Job Description

: Within the context of a client and family centered model and in accordance with the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association (SRNA) standards of professional practice, Code of Ethics and the established vision and values of Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), the Palliative Care Coordinator provides assessment and access to a comprehensive range of high quality End-Of-Life-Care for patients admitted to palliative care services in any care setting and their family/supporters.

Under the direction of the program area manager, the Palliative Care Coordinator designs, implements and evaluates palliative care services provided to clients in the Saskatchewan Health Authority.

Required Qualifications

Three years related experience in Palliative Care (combination of Acute and Community preferable)
LEAP certification (Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative and End of Life)
Current registration in good standing with Saskatchewan Registered Nursing Association (SRNA)
Must possess a valid Saskatchewan drivers license and have access to a reliable vehicle
Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Nurse Certification (CHPCN) recommended or willing to pursue when eligible
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
Proven ability to articulate and integrate theory, knowledge and experience into activities to enhance client centered care
Ability to provide clinical recommendations to health care providers, clients and their caregiver
Proven ability to display a high degree of emotional maturity to interact with numerous patients and families in varying degrees of denial or acceptance of the m
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