Hospital Based Case Coordinator (N3) - SOGH

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Manitoba is seeking a Hospital Based Case Coordinator to manage assessments and care planning for Home Care clients. The ideal candidate will have a nursing background with at least three years of relevant experience. This role involves collaboration with clients and care teams to ensure safe discharge planning and appropriate care services. Interested candidates should apply promptly as late applications will not be considered.

Benefits

Accommodation available upon request for applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• Minimum three years recent related nursing experience required.
• Experience with Hospital-Based Case Coordination is an asset.
• Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba required.

Responsibilities

• Receive referrals and conduct assessments for Home Care program supports.
• Develop, coordinate, and evaluate the plan of care to support discharge.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and care team to determine appropriate services.

Skills

Knowledge of College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Ability to coordinate delivery of services

Ability to evaluate medical stability for safe discharge

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program

BN, BScMH preferred

Tools

Competence in Procura software

Knowledge of Windows-based programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.

The Home Care Program provides a broad range of services to assist people to safely remain in a community setting. Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services and while demonstrating a commitment to the mission, vision and values of the WRHA, the Hospital Based Case Coordinator (HBCC) receives referrals and conducts assessments to determine eligibility for Home Care program supports. The HBCC, in collaboration with the client, family/carer and relevant interdisciplinary team members, develops, coordinates and evaluates the plan of care to support discharge from an acute care setting. The HBCC also assists in determining if the client’s needs are best supported in a personal care home or alternate care environment, provides professional intervention where appropriate, and establishes and maintains liaison with local health care services, hospitals, community partners, and their families/carers involved with the client.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Hospital Based Case Coordinator include receiving referrals, conducting assessments, coordinating and evaluating plans of care to support discharge from acute care, and collaborating with clients, families and the care team to determine appropriate care settings and services.

Experience

• Minimum three years recent related nursing experience required (specific recent experience may be required in designated areas).
• Experience with Hospital-Based Case Coordination an asset.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• BN, BScMH is preferred.

Special Training

• Wound Care & Diabetes courses is an asset.
• Canadian Community Health Nurses Certification (CCHN) or relevant applicable certification an asset.
• Competence in Procura software and interRAI-HC assessment tool preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with Employer policy.
• Active participation in professional associations (e.g., ARNM) preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and use of a vehicle.

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of:
  • College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses.
  • Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.
  • Community Health Nurse Standards of Practice & Home Health Competencies.
  • Scope of practice document as documented in the Registered Nurses Act.
  • Regional/Facility unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
  • PHIA, Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, WHMIS, Universal Precautions, and other legislated acts.
  • Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.
  • Principles of delegation/assignment.
  • Principles of adult learning and teaching strategies.
  • Personal Care Home application process.
  • Alternate care environments suitable for community living.
• Competent in Windows-based computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Preference will be given to applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to assess for Home Care eligibility.
• Ability to coordinate delivery of a broad range of professional and non-professional services.
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual or group(s).
• Ability to evaluate need for delegation/assignment and delegate/assign care appropriately.
• Ability to evaluate medical stability for safe discharge planning.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to liaise with agencies or facilities involved with clients and their families/carers.
• Ability to function in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.

Physical Requirements

• Available to work days, evenings and weekends.
• Use of a reliable motor vehicle suitable for all environmental conditions.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress.
• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients/visitors.

If there are no applicants meeting the posted qualifications, the Employer MAY CONSIDER an applicant who does not meet the posted qualifications.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.