Job Description

The Allied Health Services (AHS) team, under Professional Practice consists of Regulated Healthcare Professional including: Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, Social Work, Registered Dietitians, as well as unregulated Rehabilitation Assistants. Each discipline is focused on driving evidence informed practice to promote high quality patient and family centered care.

The team has a professional practice leader (PPL) model for each regulated allied health discipline which promotes and enhances the interprofessional team. Each discipline has their own PPL with dedicated time to enhance their communities of practice, represent their respective disciplines at committees, create policies & procedures and lead corporate level initiatives.

We are currently seeking a temporary part time Ambulatory Day Rehabilitation Program Patient Care Navigator (November 2023 - September 2024) to support our adult ambulatory Day Rehabilitation Program. This program provides outpatient services to patients with subacute stroke or lower extremity amputations. As part of an interprofessional care team, the successful candidate will:

• Act as a primary contact and liaison between patients, families and Ambulatory Day Program Services and/or community resources.
• Build Effective working relationships and engage patients and families to discuss care options while advocating for the individual needs of patients and supporting patient choice in health care decision-making
• Assist in the provision of health care teaching including individual and/or group based activities
• Provide nursing-specific interventions to support patient care needs
• Employ a patient-centered approach to identifying factors that might present barriers to care
• Ensure patients and families have information and resources needed to make informed decisions and be active participants across the care continuum
• Connect patients to healthcare teams and/or resources as required
• Support patients to take ownership of their care throughout their stroke or amputation care journey.

As a qualified candidate you will have the following job requirements:

Education:

• Registered Practical Nursing Diploma or equivalent to practice at full scope - mandatory
• Current Certificate of Registration form the College of Nurses of Ontario -mandatory
• Completion of recognized Medication Administration Course.
• Current BCLS required.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years\' experience working with patients with subacute neurologic and vascular diagnoses; specifically patients on the stroke care continuum as well as patients with lower extremity amputation.
• Direct experience in the provision of healthcare teaching and recommendations for patients along the care continuum post stroke or amputation.
• Solid knowledge and application of stroke best practices and care pathways.
• Experience and familiarity using excel and electronic documentation software.
• Experience in the collection, tracking and submission of data to support patient care initiatives.

Competencies:

• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with the interprofessional team to deliver quality patient and family centered care.
• Possess excellent communication skills and the demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and colleagues.
• Strong ability to build and maintain relationships as well as sensitivity and responsiveness to diverse patient populations.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Proven organizational and time management skills and aptitude employing virtual, electronic and personal communication platforms.
• Superior problem solving skills and the ability to negotiate the resolution of conflict.

Other:

• Ability to learn about, from, and with other members of the patient care team to foster a strong interprofessional model of care.
• Demonstrate an ability to appreciate the importance of, and b

Unless otherwise stated applicants must have a minimum educational requirement of Grade 12 or equivalent and must demonstrate proven workplace excellence through commitment to strong job performance and attendance.

Please be reminded that as a Regional Health Centre, in order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7. Therefore, depending on the program for which you are applying, it may be an expectation that you are available to work week days and weekends, as well as all shifts - days, evenings, and nights.

Employment Equity

RVH is committed to diversity and employment equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

RVH COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

All job offers will require compliance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for proof of full vaccination unless provided with a medical exemption or an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Accommodation in the Workplace

RVH offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment process, and is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). RVH will work proactively through all stages of recruitment to create a barrier-free process and to provide accommodations as required. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources at 705-739-5605.

Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities

• Must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Must adhere to all RVH administrative and applicable departmental occupational health and safety policies, procedures and protocol.
• Must adhere to Bill 132 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act in regards to the Sexual Violence and Harassment Action Plan Act, and creating a work environment free of psychological harassment.
• Must be able to perform all bona fide essential duties in the position description, which may include lifting and moving patients, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, etc.
• Must complete a pre-employment health assessment, including review of the Job Demands Analysis for the position, as a condition of employment.
• Must strive to continuously provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, staff, physicians, and volunteers.

Our Code of Conduct

All staff, physicians, volunteers, service providers and students are committed to creating a positive, respectful work environment for each other and our patients and families.

RVH is guided by its MY CARE strategic plan which puts patients and families at the centre of all we do.

Our Vision

Make each life better. Together.

Our Mission Statement

Exceptional care is our passion.

People are our inspiration.

Safety is our promise.

Our Values

Work Together | Respect All | Think Big | Own It | Care

If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply online before 1100pm EST on the posting close date. Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If interviewed, an accompanying portfolio may be required which will include documented evidence of course completion. An inclusive, barrier-free selection process will be provided as required under RVHs Employment Accommodation Policy. Applicants need to make their needs known to Human Resources in advance and information related to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

As part of the mandatory screen process RVH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation, plus a current Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre