Clinical Lead

Job Title: Clinical Leader

Location: Red Deer, Alberta

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Workplace: Hybrid – 60% in Community

** Vehicle Allowance provided; candidates must live locally

The Clinical Leader of our local Bayshore Neighborhood Health Team (NHT) will have the opportunity to lead a team of healthcare providers supporting clients with in-home care services working hand-in-hand with a network of doctors and local health and wellness providers.

This is a hands-on community health position where you will provide a personalized approach to home care for people who wish to age in place their own way. At NHT, our approach is uniquely nurse-led, allowing our expert and dedicated nurses to be actively involved in clients’ health and wellness journeys, and designing care plans that are tailored to fit each client’s personal lifestyle.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Develop comprehensive plans for clients and families using a holistic approach to help them achieve their aging in place goals, and continue to resolve client’s challenges by offering services, products, advice, and community resources as their needs change.
• Direct and monitor the delivery of all in-home services and daily functions of field staff providing access to clinical advice, support, and resources.
• Hire and train all healthcare staff and supervise the day-to-day performance of the team; ensure exceptional interactions with prospective and existing clients; and provide ongoing coaching and performance management.
• Manage expectations with family members and clients ensuring a client and family-centered approach to care planning.
• Adapt care to changing client needs including occasionally working with the interdisciplinary team for management of acute illness, falls, and other immediate challenges.
• Ensure shift coverage for callouts and sick calls, including providing direct hands-on care for clients, if a replacement staff member is unavailable.

CANDIDATES MUST HAVE:

• A current and valid license in Alberta as a: Registered Nurse (RN - CRNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN - CLPNA) or Paramedic (ACP)
• A minimum of five (5) years of healthcare experience, preferably in a community setting.
• A minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience and managing others.
• Current and valid CPR certification.
• Experience working with community healthcare, the geriatric population and their families is strongly preferred.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle is required to conduct home visits with clients within the community (roughly 60% in the field, vehicle allowance is provided).

** Only candidates selected to be moved forward in the recruitment process will be contacted by Bayshore’s Recruitment Team to schedule a conversation.