Job Description

Chronic Disease Management Support Case ManagerEmployment OpportunityMLTC was created by nine First Nations located in north-west Saskatchewan who have constitutionally recognized aboriginal rights and Treaty Rights under Treaties #6, #8 and #10. The primary purpose of MLTC is to serve those First Nations in their aspirations for cultural, economic and political autonomy. As a private sector employer engaged primarily in promoting and serving the interests of the member First Nations, MLTC asserts its right to provide preferential treatment to First Nations people, giving them priority in decisions on employment matters such as hiring, and this can extend to measures such as opening competitions only to First Nations people.

• This competition is open to all applicants; and
• Preference will be given to qualified First Nations applicants or other Indigenous applicants who self-declare as being a First Nations person or of other Indigenous ancestry;

The MLTC Health & Social Development Department is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to fill the full-time, permanent position of Chronic Disease Management Support Case Manager.This Position plays an essential role in two components of MLTC Health Services Delivery Plan. Under the Direction of the MLTC Nursing Manager, The MLTC CDM support Case Manager will be expected to work with each of the nine Meadow Lake First Nations to continue to achieve their vision for Chronic Disease Management that includes assisting the team lead Nurse Practitioner who will run the CDM clinic and follow up and assist patients in the communities for various programs and plans of care prescribed for them by the NP. This position will also integrate in-depth clinical expertise and experience in the provision of diabetes prevention and education, early screening of patients who are at risk for complications such as kidney failure, hypertension, eye problems and neurological problems etc. The case manager will be supervising the client's dietary intake, drug therapy and ensure they follow the self-management program. In addition to clinical care, they will also provide all necessary education and preventive measures to help the client control diabetes and live a quality life.MLTC offers competitive wage comparison. We also offer a comprehensive benefit plan including Dental, Extended Health, Sick Leave and a Pension Plan Match.POSITION DUTIES (include but not limited to): Program Support; for screening at risk patients and assisting CDM Nurse Practitioner at the clinic Follow up with the plan of care for both group and individual patients Client capacity building for self-management of care. Program Reporting Requirements Communication, Advocacy, and Promotion of Independent Living Assist in procuring supply and equipment resource for patient with Chronic diseases admitted to your program Program Education Advocate or coordinate with/for Client/Families; Health Professionals; Students and Community Organizations Booking appointments, taking directions from the CDM Nurse Practitioner, continue working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to follow up task related referrals, lab work and follow up results and ensure the data is available in the patient folder Follow up with clients for no-shows with appointments. Motivate clients to attend clinic and programs.QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Minimum: Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma; registered or eligible for registration with SALPN Familiar with Electronic Medical Records (EMR). Will possess excellent interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills; excellent communication (written/verbal) and presentation skills. Preferred experience in Nursing full to include some of the following: clinical experience in Chronic Disease & management; Community Nursing; Client/Family health education, facilitating, and leading group activities; program/resource development related to needs assessment, planning, program design, implementation, and evaluation; experience working with Indigenous people. Proficient with computers, i.e., Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power point and Outlook. Ability to travel extensively and possession of a valid driver's license.Preferred: Chronic Disease Management in particular diabetic education / certification or a willingness to obtain and maintain this certification. (MLTC will support obtaining this certification) Knowledge and understanding of First Nations and Metis customs, family systems, practices, health needs and health care organizations. Ability to speak or understand a First Nations language is an asset.Interested applicants are invited to submit: A letter of application; resume stating qualifications and employment history; copies of credentials; current RCMP Security Clearance/Vulnerable Sector Check; a copy of valid driver's license; and a list of three (3) recent professional supervisory references to:Human Resources Department8003 Flying Dust ReserveMEADOW LAKE, SK S9X 1T8Phone: (306) 236-5654 Fax: (306) 236-3509For more information, please contact Girija Nair, MLTC Nursing Program Director at (306) 236-5817 or visit the MLTC website at www.mltc.netDeadline: Friday, September 2, 2022MLTC sincerely appreciates and thanks all individuals for their applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application deadline: 2022-09-02