Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse - (215569)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation de santé sur l'île de Vancouver recherche un(e) infirmier(ère) en soins de longue durée. Dans ce rôle, vous serez responsable de l'évaluation des besoins de soins de clients et de la collaboration avec une équipe interprofessionnelle. Ce poste exige une solide expérience en gérontologie et une capacité à travailler tant individuellement qu'en équipe.

Qualifications

• Infirmier(ère) inscrit(e) au BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Expérience récente en gérontologie est requise.
• Permis de conduire valide de la Colombie-Britannique nécessaire.

Responsibilities

• Évaluer, planifier et organiser les besoins de soins des clients.
• Collaborer avec les médecins et les établissements de santé.
• Promouvoir la continuité des soins et des partenariats coopératifs.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Health promotion

Illness prevention

Team collaboration

Conflict resolution

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN

Three years recent related gerontology experience

Tools

Computers and software

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 shared responsibility. The commitment to continuous quality and safety improvement is inherent in this position.

Reporting to the designated manager within Home and Community Care, the Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse works as part of an inter-professional health care team. The role involves assessing, planning, organizing, reviewing, and evaluating the care needs of clients and their caregivers/families requiring community-based services. The nurse fosters and promotes continuity of care and cooperative partnerships by liaising with primary care physicians, long-term care homes, acute care hospitals, and other involved organizations. The position may involve work in multiple settings such as Long-Term Care, assisted living, acute care, and 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 gerontology experience, including two years in community health; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid BC Driver's license.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to apply nursing process as per BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Practice.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in areas such as chronic disease management, health promotion, and illness prevention.
• Effective team collaboration with other staff, programs, organizations, clients, and families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Conflict resolution, problem-solving, and consensus-building skills.
• Sound judgment, observation, assessment skills, tact, and empathy.
• Resourcefulness in seeking information and resources.
• Ability to intervene effectively in crises or difficult situations.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation.
• Organizational and prioritization skills for care delivery.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to foster good public relations and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment, including computers and software.
• Physical and emotional capacity to perform duties.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required by operational needs.

For more details, refer to the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD1152.pdf