Job Description

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Registered Chronic Disease and Prevention Management Nurse II is a leadership role responsible for the coordination and management of patients living with chronic disease through Intensive Case Management (ICM). The role will use critical thinking and clinical judgement in coordinating, facilitating, and improving the management of patients living with chronic disease within an integrated primary health care model of care. The Registered Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Nurse II role provides comprehensive and coordinated care to patients as a member of an interdisciplinary primary health care team. The role is responsible for accessing, consulting and mobilizing available team and community resources to assist patients in maintaining and achieving optimal health through collaborative goal setting, action planning, ICM, education, health promotion, and treatment to facilitate goal achievement. The role further supports preventative screening through utilizing the BETTER approach which focuses on prevention and screening of cancer, diabetes, heart disease and associated lifestyle factors (nutrition, physical activity, smoking, and alcohol consumption). The Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Nurse II participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the planning, implementation, development, and evaluation of individual care plans for patients living with chronic disease. The role supports patient self-management of the chronic disease through teaching and counselling, on a group and individual basis, in order to promote and assist with health lifestyle adjustments; conducts outpatient assessments, shares information and collaborates with other health care team members in order to ensure the provision of quality chronic disease management services through the health care system. The Chronic Disease Nurse II Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the planning, implementation, development and evaluation of individual care plans for clients with chronic disease. Additionally, the role is a champion for identifying and referring patients to existing Chronic Disease programs such as the Comprehensive Respiratory Care Program.
This position will dedicate 0.5 to the Diabetes Collaborative, providing specialized services to patients referred for Diabetes and other health related issues/illnesses. This will include screening of referrals, prioritization of caseload, assessment and teaching of clients. Duties also include administering/adjustment of Insulin and pump therapy and providing ongoing development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive education programs for individuals with diabetes as well as their support systems.
This position provides service to the Family Care Team in the Bonavista region, with potential service to alternate sites using a hub and spoke model. Travel throughout the region may be required.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally moves or lifts equipment weighing between 10-25 lbs.
Occasionally may have to assist patients such as push or pull patients over 50 lbs in a wheelchair or help them stand on a weight scale.
May require constant sitting to counsel patients and family members, perform clinical procedures, demonstrate equipment handling, and document information on the computer.
Occasional walking or standing to deliver presentations, conduct clinics and consult patients
Regularly performs fine finger/precision work for machine operation and computer documentation.
Visual concentration is required to review and interpret patient test results, give medication, and observe patient\'s condition.
Auditory concentration is required to listen to patients and family members during counselling.
Other sensory demands such as touch are required to check patients for changes in temperature, palpate pulses, perform tests/procedures such as blood pressure or vital signs.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from an approved/recognized school of nursing program is required.
Current and continuing practicing license with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) is required.
A minimum of 5 years of experience within the last 7 years working in an adult acute care medicine/surgical setting, primary health care setting, or community clinic setting is required.
Experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of community programming is considered an asset.
Current in BLS.
Completion of approved Diabetes management courses is an asset.
Successful completion of the Insulin Adjustment Medical Shared Skills Exam and the Pump Trainer Certification is an asset.

Proficient in computer programs/software including Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Microsoft Office tools.
Demonstrated knowledge of current standards for chronic disease management.
Demonstrated understanding of the principle strategies around empowerment and motivation.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to teach and implement a chronic disease education program for patients/clients/families, in both an individual and group setting.
Ability to create and maintain rapport with the patient/client/family and with other health care providers.
A valid class five driver\'s license and use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

The successful applicant is required to complete the following training at the first available opportunity, as determined by the manager:
o BETTER Program training
o Intensive Case Management (ICM) training
o Electronic Medical Record (EMR) training

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) training is required and will be provided upon hire.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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