Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse to join their dynamic team. This role involves assessing and organizing care for clients requiring community-based services, ensuring that patient and staff safety is a top priority. You will collaborate with an inter-professional healthcare team, fostering partnerships with various healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in gerontology and community health, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN.
• 3 years of recent experience in gerontology, including community health.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and planning care needs for clients and their families.
• Liaising with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Nursing Process Application

Clinical Competence

Inter-professional Teamwork

Conflict Resolution

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Judgment and Assessment Skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) Registration

Experience in Gerontology

Community Health Experience

Tools

Computer Software

Job description

Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse - (209762)

Royal Jubilee Hospital - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area: Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0800-1600 / 0800-1542 / 0830-1630 / 0800-1730

Days Off: Rotating

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $41.42 - $59.52

Planned Start Date: Feb. 21 2025

CRC required? 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. 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. This role is responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, reviewing, and evaluating the care needs of clients and their caregivers/families requiring community-based services. The position 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. The Case Manager 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 an 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 situations.
• 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.