Senior Nursing Consultant, Home Care interRAI

Senior Nursing Consultant, Home Care interRAI

Government of the Northwest Territories – Yellowknife, Northwest Territories

Full time

3 days ago, from Government of the Northwest Territories

The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.

HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.

The Senior Nursing Consultant, Home Care-inteRAI conducts planning, monitoring, and/or refinement of home and community care services. The incumbent oversees the implementation of strategic initiatives and innovative projects, to support and promote home and community care services that are consistent with the Integrated Services Delivery Model and strategic priorities of Our Elders, Our Communities. This position also leads the development of performance measurements to ensure that the Department, Authorities and contracted services are focused on results that meet the health and well-being of residents in the NWT.

Typically attained by:

A Bachelor of Science Degree with specialization in nursing, with advanced education in health administration, health research or policy development; and 5 years’ experience in the primary community care and/or home care services field. This position must hold a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in a Canadian jurisdiction and be eligible for licensing as a Registered Nurse in the Northwest Territories. Previous experience with implementation of e-health projects would be an asset.