Job Description

Horizon Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.

COMPETITION #: 2022-63459 External

BARGAINING UNIT: NBNU

ZONE: Miramichi

DEPARTMENT: MIRH Discharge Planning

FACILITY: Miramichi Regional Hospital

POSTING TYPE: Permanent Part Time

JOB TITLE: Discharge Planning Coordinator

CLASSIFICATION: RNCA Registered Nurse Class A

LANGUAGE: English Essential and spoken French

HOURS OF WORK: Day; FTE: 0.6, Subject to change due to operational requirements

SALARY: $35.34 to $44.77 per hour

JOB PURPOSE:

The Discharge Planning Coordinator works in collaboration with the patient and their family and / or support network, the nursing units and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate a safe, appropriate and timely discharge of the patient.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active Registration with the Nurse Association of New Brunswick (NANB).
• A minimum of 5 years clinical experience and has worked with interdisciplinary teams.
• A strong knowledge base of community resources.
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• High regard for confidentiality, ethical comportment, and the ability to effectively deal with conflict.
• Demonstrates the ability to be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, organize, coordinate and evaluate to reach targeted outcomes.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Proven computer technology skills: Microsoft applications- Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Allscripts and ability to use virtual meeting forums such as SKYPE. Skills testing will be requested.
• Must have the ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required

Demonstrated proficiency verified by testing in:

• Excel 50%
• Outlook 50%
• PowerPoint 50%
• Word 50%

**A Resume (C.V.) is required as part of the application**

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct Patient Care

• Assessment of the patient's status and discharge needs
• Responsible coordinating tasks for patients requiring discharge planning services.
• Works in collaboration with the patient and/or family and interdisciplinary team to ensure that the discharge plan is coordinated, comprehensive and updated as required through regular re-evaluation of the patient.
• Participation in relevant patient related activities, including but not limited to family meetings, interdisciplinary rounds and/or huddles.
• Provides patient teaching and support regarding the discharge process, referral agencies and community services.

Discharge Planning Coordinator

• Identifies, documents, and communicates gaps in resources, potential delays and/or barriers to discharge. Establishes the intended outcomes for the discharge plan.
• Initiates and/or collaborates on any formal referrals that are required.
• Prepares patient cases for submission to relevant review committees, such as Discharge Rounds and Integrated ALC.
• Follows-up with the patient post-discharge to assess the effectiveness of the discharge plan and troubleshoot problem areas accordingly.
• Uses a variety of therapeutic communication techniques to interact and liaise with patients and families.

Collaborative Practice

• Is an active participant in Patient Flow by liaising with the Nursing Supervisor and Patient Flow Coordinator/ Designate. Understands bed utilization trends and issues.
• Acts as a professional role model and/or mentor in Discharge Planning.
• Is a resource for clinical teams on Discharge Planning and provides information on agencies and services.
• Makes sound decisions and behaves in ways that reflect the professional values and services of the Discharge Planning Dept. when liaising with internal and external care partners.

Knowledge Translation

• Maintains an awareness of the current trends and issues affecting healthcare. Strengthens professional self-development through continuing education.
• Stays up-to-date with knowledge of what is available and accessible in the community for resources and services.
• Utilizes best practices, research, standards, policies and procedures to inform Discharge Planning practices.
• Collates, analyzes and interprets data collected and identifies potential gaps.
• Prepares written reports and/or data submissions as requested.
• Actively participates in the development of materials that support the Discharge Planning Dept. such as, patient information and dept. resource materials.
• Develops and presents presentations on behalf of the Discharge Planning Dept. as required.
• Any duties as assigned at the discretion of the Administrative Director to meet operational needs.

Applications for this position must be submitted on-line by September 28, 2022.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

NOTE: There will be no further postings for this position should there be no fully qualified applicants. If you wish to be considered for this position and have most of the qualifications as posted and the registration or licensure where required, you are encouraged to apply at this time.

Should testing be required to demonstrate language proficiency, the official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon hiring purposes.

Please quote Competition # 2022-63459-External. Horizon Health Network appreciates expressed interest, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Human Resources Department, Horizon Health Network.