Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Alert Bay, Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse to join the Home and Community Care team. The role involves assessing, planning, organizing, reviewing and evaluating the care needs of clients and their families, coordinating with primary care physicians, long-term care homes, hospitals and community programs.

The position requires an RN registered with BC College of Nurses and Midwives, at least three years in gerontology (two in community health) and a valid BC

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Three years recent related experience in gerontology, including two years community health experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid BC Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, organize, review and evaluate the care needs of clients and their caregivers/families.
• Liaise with primary care physicians, long-term care homes, acute care hospitals and other programs/organizations.
• Work across settings such as Long-Term Care, assisted living, acute care and community.

Skills

Nursing process

Clinical competence

Inter-professional team

Independent work

Conflict resolution

Judgment and assessment

Crisis intervention

Legislation knowledge

Care coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Equipment operation

Public relations

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN

Three years gerontology experience (two years community health) or equivalent

Valid BC Driver's license

Job description

Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse - (237384)

Cormorant Island Community Health Centre (CICHC) - Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0 CA
Eagle Ridge Manor (ERM) - Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:30-16:30

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Oct. 26 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Oct. 4 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the designated manager within Home and Community Care, the Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse works as a member of an inter-professional health care team, is responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, reviewing and evaluating the care needs of clients and their caregivers/families requiring community based services; fosters and promotes continuity of care and co-operative partnerships by liaising with primary care physicians, long-term care homes, acute care hospitals and other programs/organizations involved in the provision of services; and may work in multiple settings such as Long-Term Care, assisted living, acute care and in the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.Three (3) years recent related experience in gerontology, including two years community health experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's license.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to apply nursing process as required and described in BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Practice.


• Ability to demonstrate clinical competence including areas such as chronic disease management, health promotion and illness prevention.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a inter-professional health care team, with other staff, other programs/organizations, and with clients and their caregivers/families.


• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.


• Ability to resolve conflict, problem-solve and build consensus.


• Ability to utilize sound judgment, good observation and assessment skills, tact and empathy.


• Ability to fact find, seek out information and/or resources.


• Ability to intervene in crisis or difficult situation.


• Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of applicable legislation.


• Ability to organize and prioritize care needs and delivery of care.


• Ability to maintain a commitment to continuing professional development as required by the employer.


• Ability to foster and promote good public relations.


• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.


• Ability to deal with others effectively.


• Ability to operate related equipment, including computers and software.


• Physically and emotionally able to carry out the duties of the position


• Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday is at Eagle Ridge ManorThursday, Friday is at Cormorant Island Health Care Centre