Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Clinical Planner is accountable for onboarding new patients requiring Personal Support Services within an assigned district, through the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of a wide range of clinical and personal care interventions.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Performs the initial assessment of care needs for new patients and establishes the individual care plans for patient services, in accordance with Funder service requirements. Completes the initial safety assessment of a new patients' living environment to ensure employees will be working in safe and healthy work conditions. Performs the initial personal care services for new patients. Assesses patient needs to identify the appropriateness for either Health Support Worker or Personal Support Worker care. Assesses the ability to shift scheduled patient care to off peak times, based on clinical need, in order to increase system capacity. Advises Operations of the appropriate parameters for scheduling the patient's ongoing visits, based on clinically indicated service requirements. Informs patients and families of ParaMed policies and scheduling practices, as well as the expected time of care. Maintains current and accurate patient records. Shows respect for cultural needs, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality of patients and staff. Stays abreast of changes in practice setting that affect scope of practice.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Registration in good standing as a RPN/LPN with provincial governing bodies and minimum two years' experience as

a practicing nurse.

Working knowledge of applicable legislation including but not limited to Mental Health Act, Substitute Decisions Act, Healthcare Consent Act, Privacy / Personal Health Information Act, Occupational Health and Safety legislation and practices. Knowledgeable in best practice standards for community health care and services. Strong oral and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills Demonstrated competency in patient centered care principles and practices. Knowledgeable of community resources available for patients and families. Strong independent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide a current, clear criminal back check with Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS)

Time Type:

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Full time
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