Job Description

Date: 14-Aug-23

Position: Nurse III - Diabetes Nurse Educator

Status: Full Time, 1.0 FTE, Indefinite Term

Hours of Work*: *Monday - Friday: 845am-5pm

Department: Primary Health

Job Posting No.: #2023-095

Reports to: Program Manager - Primary Health

Closing Date: 28-Aug-23, Closes at 4:00 pm

Union: MNU

Salary: $40.726-50.091 hourly

*These hours can vary depending on operational requirements of the program

Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.

Position Summary

The Diabetes Nurse Educator provides health education and care within the scope of nursing practice. As a member of a client-centered interdisciplinary team, the Diabetes Nurse Educator provides care to individuals across the life span promoting wellness, prevention of disease and/or disability and the management of Diabetes and other chronic diseases/conditions. The incumbent works as an advocate on behalf of the client to ensure the appropriate links/referrals to other human services that would enable the client to achieve their health goals.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of approved Registered Nursing education program, BN preferred.
• Member in good standing with College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba
• Must have RNAP Certification

Skills, Expertise and Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years\' experience working as a Registered Nurse
• A minimum of three (3) years\' experience working in a community health setting Knowledge and Experience working with Students and/or Volunteers
• Current CPR Certification
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, Community EMR/Accuro, and eChart
• Must be a Certified Diabetes Educator with current Certification as outlined by the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board

Critical Skills

Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

Proven management skills, including case management, scheduling, organizational communication, and connection to other MCC programs

Focus on Results

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve service goals and produce expected results/outcomes

Alignment with Organizational Values

Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission and values

Commitment to Reconciliation

Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families

Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration

Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity and cultural awareness

MCC Philosophies

Strong knowledge, commitment and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed and community development principles in all aspects of the work

Communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computer systems

Assets

• Strong working relationship with Community Resources
• Fluency in additional languages relevant to client population
• Experience working with service specific programs including EMR, eChart, and Accuro

All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discuss your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill and ability required for position.

Please submit application here:

This link can also be found under Employment Opportunities on our website:

We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & applied via link for the interview.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority