Job Description

Your Opportunity:

Under the direct supervision of the Health Centre Managers and general supervision of the Chronic Disease Management Manager, and in collaboration with the North Zone Cardiovascular Lead this position supports the delivery of standardized evidence-based stroke care to patients across the continuum. This position is responsible for monitoring Primary Stroke Centre compliance with regulatory requirements and patient processes. This is accomplished by collaborating with appropriate department managers in facilitating and encouraging use of Canadian Stroke Best Practice Guidelines and following zone and provincial stroke care protocols. This position will assist in providing trans-disciplinary staff stroke orientation, as well as general stroke education that meet the needs of staff and the facility. This position will participate in and guide education of stroke patients, as well as provide the conduit for patients to link with Chronic disease management programs and other community support services after discharge. This position maintains communication channels with and supports the non- primary stroke centers that refer into this site. Attention Registered Nurse - Stroke Coordinator! This position may qualify for a $5,000 to $10,000 Recruitment Incentive. www.rcif-alberta.ca/aupe for more details. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, Alberta Health Services currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

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 $35.87/hour - $43.82/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. This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within the unit, program, or office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 MT on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Chronic Disease Management - NZ Stroke Coordinator
• Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.84
• Posting End Date: 20-NOV-2023
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 04-DEC-2023
• Temporary End Date: 04-DEC-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 8
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $39.21
• Maximum Salary: $51.46
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver\'s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Administration Certificate (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0) Additional Required Qualifications:

Experience in stroke care, emergency department, or neurology National Institute of Health Stroke Scale training certificate, Swallow screening training applicable for site. Clinical experience with emphasis on neurological conditions or stroke care. Experience in teaching adults. Good communication skills with effective team building capability, experience in change management, and quality improvement initiatives. Familiarity with principles of Health Change Methodology and incorporating them into daily practice. Knowledge and skills with computer and software application. Preferred Qualifications:

Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred; however, skills and experience relevant to nursing practice in the community sector will be considered.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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