Nurse Case Manager

Positions Available: 2

Compensation:$56,000.00 to $70,000.00 per annum

Unionized Position:Yes

Hours of Work: 37.50 hours

Union:OPSEU L5116

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Class: Clinical

Reporting to a program manager, The Geriatric Nurse Case Manager will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team focused on serving seniors with geriatric related issues. He/she will provide all nursing case management functions for clients presenting with complex physical and mental health concerns. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Treats clients by using correct nursing techniques that are in compliance with all legislated requirements, the practice and ethical standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario and specific Reconnect procedures and policies;
Assists in the development and maintenance of effective linkages with hospitals, long term care and community service providers;
Identifies and communicates significant abnormalities in the client data to the appropriate team members;
Monitors the accuracy and timely completion of laboratory work;
Provides program teams, clients, families and others with specialized consultation / education related to nursing issues;
Develops, implements and documents treatment plans in conjunction with the client and other program team members;
Maintains client charts and other related client and workload measurement documents according to established policies and procedures;
Develops clinically sound case plans using the Ontario Common Assessment of Need (OCAN) or the Inter-RAI Community Health Assessment tool that are specific to the needs of clients and the objectives of the program in question;
Provides counselling to assist clients in accomplishing their goals and managing their symptoms and day-to-day stressors;
Consults with other service providers to promote continuity of care for clients;
Dispenses, administers and monitors medications, and keeps required records.

The successful candidate will possess:


Degree/or diploma from an accredited school of nursing, providing eligibility for a current Certificate of Competence as a Registered Nurse from the College of Nurses of Ontario;
Minimum 3 years’ experience in nursing; community geriatric nursing preferred;
Experience with injections, oxygen, catheter, IV, ostomy support and medication management required;
Psychiatric Nursing is a strong asset.
Key skills and abilities we are looking for:

Strong knowledge of the nursing process and its application, including the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care;
A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills;
Experienced in working effectively as a member of a team, which includes internal and external stakeholders;
Excellent verbal and written communications skills;
Applied computer skills (Microsoft Office, Client Information Systems, Web browsing);
Regular access to a dependable vehicle and a valid Ontario driver's license in good standing is preferred;
Fluency in a second language is a strong asset.

Special Requirements:


Criminal background check
Must be willing to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and statutory holidays as required.
Must be willing to provide services in the homes of clients as well as in residential care settings.
Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Reconnect, all new hires must have received both doses of a COVID-1+ vaccine approved by Health Canada prior to their start date and will be required to show proof. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon Reconnect' s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Who we are:

Reconnect Community Health Services is a not-for-profit health service organization located in the west end of Toronto. We provide services for seniors, caregivers, and people living with mental health and addictions concerns.

Application Process:

All interested applicants who meet the qualifications listed above are invited to complete an internal application form, as well as submit a cover letter by clicking "Apply Now".

To request an accommodation in the application process, contact us by phone at (416) 248-2050 ext. 5541

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Reconnect Community Health Services

1281 St. Clair Avenue West

Toronto, Ontario M6E 1B8
http://www.reconnect.on.ca

Reconnect Community Health Services promotes the principles of and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We strongly encourage applicants with lived experiences, from Indigenous communities, people of all races, colors, ethnic origins, religions, disabilities and sexual orientations to apply. We recognize that equitable access to employment is an agent in social change.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,872.70-$72,467.50 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
RRSP match
Experience:

Nursing: 3 years (preferred)
Psychiatric nursing: 3 years (preferred)
Community geriatric nursing: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (required)
G-class driver's license and access to a personal vehicle (required)
Work Location: On the road Read more