Job Description

Markham Family Health Team Job Posting

Position: Registered Nurse, Full Time

The Markham Family Health Team (MFHT) serves over 27000 patients and has three sites in the Markham area. Our team consists of 19 Physicians and a wide variety of Interdisciplinary Health Professionals and Administrative Professionals. (See website for more MFHT information).

We are currently looking for a full time Registered Nurse to join our team. Part of this role involves assisting in the delivery of care through case coordination and system navigation, as well as working in various Health Team programs. This role may also include some visits to the patient's home.

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Position Overview

The role of the Registered Nurse, within the Markham Family Health Team (MFHT), requires a thorough knowledge of primary care nursing and the ability to function effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment. The role also requires a high level of interpersonal skills to advocate for patients and their families in a compassionate manner. The position involves leading the delivery of health promotion and chronic disease management programs and requires strong critical thinking skills. Early identification of care needs plays an important role in promoting, planning, and achieving an optimal level of function at home and in the community. Experience or interest in working with older adults is essential. This supports the MFHT vision, values, and mission.

The RN will play an integral role within various MFHT programs, utilizing assessment skills to gather, analyze, and develop a plan of care to best meet the needs of patients and their families. The RN will assist in the coordination and delivery of services by liaising with various stakeholders both internal and external to the organization.

The RN role will also support the MFHT INR anticoagulation program. This program includes in office point of care testing and use of Medical Directives to guide decision making for this unique cohort of patients. Experience working with Directives is essential.

Roles and Responsibilities

Chronic Disease Management:

Assess patient's health status, provide and evaluate care in-office Summarize the focus for the patient's care following consultation Work collaboratively with the other team members to optimize patient care Deliver information to patients and families through active participation in family conferences Systematic follow up phone calls and/or visits to support and reassess on-going patient needs Ensure all patient resources are current, evidence-based, and up to date reflecting cultural competency and diversity and inclusion Provide care to patients utilizing Medical Directives including dosage adjustments for patients on warfarin.

Education and Program Involvement:

Educate patients and families on how to use/find health resources, and how to navigate the health system Participate in team building, program development, health promotion and improvement initiatives Participate in staff meetings to exchange ideas, support and monitor program outcomes Attend relevant conferences, workshops, or other in-service events Active role in the MFHT through attendance of rounds, workshops, etc.

Acute care:

Triage of patients based on acuity of presenting problems, concerns and chief complaints Procedures including immunizations, injections, and dressings

Organizational Support:

- Assist and participate in various treatment initiatives and activities

-Comply with established personnel policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines for FHT operations

- Apply full RN scope of practice through contribution to other FHT initiatives as necessary

Qualifications and Requirements

RN Diploma or BScN Entitled to practice with no restrictions as per the College of Nurses of Ontario current membership Current membership with the RNAO. Minimum two years direct patient care experience, preferably with geriatric and medicine experience CPR certification Ongoing education to support role of RN Valid driver's license and own vehicle

Skills and Knowledge:

Involve patients in decisions about their own health and teach how to self-manage care Initiate and support health education activities Ability to explain/translate medical language Experience utilizing Medical Directives to guide practice Excellent interpersonal skills Courteous and professional telephone manner Strong time management, detail-oriented and organizational skills Proficient computer skills Ability to develop trusting and respectful relationships Proven ability to work in cross-cultural environments
We appreciate everyone's interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please email your resume and cover letter to MarkhamFHTResumes@gmail.com. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38.50-$41.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Extended health care Mileage reimbursement On-site parking Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

license with the RNAO (required)
Work Location: In person