Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse - (217200)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse, to join their inter-professional healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have experience in gerontology and community health, focusing on patient care assessment and continuity. Responsibilities include evaluating care needs, liaising with healthcare providers, and fostering partnerships in diverse environments. A valid BC RN registration is required.

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a practicing RN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Experience in community health and gerontology is required.
• Ability to manage related equipment including computers.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, organize, and evaluate care needs of clients.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals for continuity of care.
• Promote health and safety standards in client interactions.

Skills

Clinical competence in chronic disease management

Ability to communicate effectively

Conflict resolution skills

Ability to work independently

Empathy and observation skills

Education

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

Three years recent related experience in gerontology

Valid BC Driver's license

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. Continuous quality and safety improvements are 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 healthcare 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 continuity of care and promotes partnerships by liaising with primary care physicians, long-term care homes, hospitals, and other involved organizations. The position may involve work in settings such as Long-Term Care, assisted living, acute care, and community environments.

Qualifications: Education, Training, And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN.
• Three (3) years recent related experience in gerontology, 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.
• Demonstrates clinical competence in chronic disease management, health promotion, and illness prevention.
• Works effectively within an inter-professional healthcare team, with other staff, organizations, and clients/families.
• Works independently and collaboratively.
• Resolves conflicts, problem-solves, and builds consensus.
• Uses sound judgment, observation, assessment skills, tact, and empathy.
• Seeks out information and resources as needed.
• Intervenes effectively in crises or difficult situations.
• Has working knowledge of applicable legislation.
• Organizes and prioritizes care needs and delivery.
• Commits to ongoing professional development.
• Fosters good public relations.
• Communicates effectively in verbal and written forms.
• Manages related equipment, including computers and software.
• Physically and emotionally capable of performing duties.
• Willing to travel as required by the position, with transportation arrangements meeting operational needs.

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