Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Clinical Manager of the Kipnes Urology Centre (KUC) in the Kaye Edmonton Clinic (KEC), this unique Registered Nurse position follows the patient journey from intake, as part of the centralized Referral & Triage team, through their care, as a RN Case Manager. This casual role is shared between the two role functions, allowing the successful incumbent an opportunity to impact the entire patient experience. This specialized nursing position requires knowledge of urological and oncology nursing. On the Referral & Triage team, the Registered Nurse is primarily responsible for the intake of referrals and requires the ability to utilize accurate assessment, evaluation and triage skills to ensure efficient and timely access to services for all urology patients. The nurse acts as a liaison between patients, physicians, and various resources in the community. The registered nurse may be involved in supporting on-going research projects related to urological disorders. On the Case Management team, the Registered Nurse is a resource for adult urology patients in helping patients understand their diagnosis, treatment options, available resources and opportunity to participate in appropriate clinical research studies. The Registered Nurse guides patients through the treatment processes as well as provides case management and direct nursing care, while acting as a liaison to co-ordinate care with a multi-disciplinary team. Key accountabilities include ensuring continuity of care, identifying and minimizing barriers to care, and providing medical, pharmacological and psychosocial support to patients and families.
Description:
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit Holders shall be paid $39.58 /hour - $54.16/hour. Upon being entered into the register of Registered Nurses, the rate of pay shall be adjusted to the rate of pay applicable to a Registered Nurse in accordance with AHS/UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable.
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