Nurse Coordinator

Ottawa Inner City Health

Ottawa

CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

The role of the Nurse Coordinator is to manage the health care of clients of the Ottawa Inner City Health Inc and includes engaging clients in a therapeutic relationship, assessing the clients’ needs, referring clients for admission, assisting clients to complete the admissions process, organizing a suitable plan of care, coordinating care activities and monitoring compliance with the care plan.

The Nurse Coordinator is an advanced practice nurse with experience in health care of the homeless. The Nurse Coordinator provides leadership to an interdisciplinary team of health and social services providers and coordinates their efforts to meet the clients’ needs.

The Nurse Coordinator provides support and functional supervision to the Client Care Workers and collaborates with shelter and housing staff to ensure the highest possible quality of care to clients of the OICHI.

Responsibilities

The Nurse Coordinator provides clinical care to clients who receive their health care through the OICHI by:
Identifying homeless persons who may require health care and engaging them in a therapeutic relationship, providing information to clients about OICHI so they are fully informed about services prior to applying for admission.
Completing a comprehensive assessment of the needs of the clients using a holistic approach with special emphasis on the health, housing and social services needed.
Facilitating the process of obtaining informed consent so the client can participate in their own health care.
With the consent of the client, initiating the admission process and ensuring that the documentation required is completed in a timely manner.
Assessment and screening of health status as per admission form including screening and follow-up of infectious diseases.
Formulating a plan of care in partnership with the client and other health professionals involved in the care of the client. Arranging for care and coordinating the efforts of the other service providers, ensuring good communication between members of the client care team.
Monitoring health status of clients and taking appropriate action to meet changing needs.
Monitoring compliance with the plan of care and ensuring that the clients’ wishes are understood and respected.
Coordinating care and liaising between community agencies and services on behalf of clients.
Acting as an advocate on behalf of clients and the program.
Providing learning experiences for health care students.
Participating in research and evaluation as appropriate.
Collecting data and reporting to the City of Ottawa Public Health Department.
Utilizing the IT records system to record client information in accordance with the operational and evaluation system of the Ottawa Inner City Health Inc. and the employing organization.
Assisting the client to achieve the highest possible quality of life within the limitations of the resources available. Advocating for clients so that they receive services to which they are entitled.
Ensuring that the other members of the health care team and the client’s family and friends understand the wishes of the client.
Operating within a harm reduction modality but supporting the provision of care which does not jeopardize the safety of clients, staff or other participants in the program.
Providing day to day supervision of the PRNs, Client Care Workers and volunteers working within their program and assuring adherence to the policies, procedures and practices of the OICHI and partner agencies.
Alerting senior managers (the OICH Management and Partner / Shelter Managers) of issues of concern especially those which impact on liability, staff or client safety.
Keeping current and abreast of new developments within the care of homeless persons and persons requiring palliative care services.
Practicing according to the CNA Code of Ethics.

Required qualifications

Current license as an RN in the province of Ontario with the College of Nurses
2-5 years’ experience in working with the homeless or other vulnerable populations
Good knowledge of mental health and addictions, demonstrated competence in clinical nursing practice related to the care of adult homeless persons.
Strong organizational skills
Good oral communication skills in English, French strongly preferred
Ability to communicate clearly and diplomatically, demonstrated ability to teach, consult and negotiate.
Strong Organizational Abilities
Adopting an independent practice model of care delivery, being a self-learner and self-directed.
Understanding how to apply harm reduction strategies in the clinical setting.
Acting effectively in situations of profound loss, and suffering and with individuals who choose to live at risk.
Familiarity and comfort with computer software such as EMR, email, word documents and spreadsheets.
Having up to date vaccinations
Current CPR/AED certification

Ottawa Inner City Health welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Proof of current vaccinations and a Vulnerable Sector Police Check will be required.

Candidates are encouraged to apply directly at: https://ottawainnercityhealth.applytojobs.ca/health care/35722