On behalf of the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nations, KEDC is hiring a Home & Comunity Care Registered Nurse. The Home and Community Care Nurse (HCCN) assesses, plans, delivers, and evaluates the care needs of acute, chronic and palliative clients of all ages in community settings emphasizing independence and health promotion. The HCC Nurse provides education, counseling and guidance to clients/families and other caregivers. The HCC Nurse functions autonomously, while recognizing the importance of using an inter-disciplinary, collaborative approach to achieve excellence in health services and education. The HCC Nurse oversees the work of the Home & Community Care program staff.

The Registered Nurse operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the College British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals(BCCNP) and according to Home and Community Care Program operating policies, standards and protocols.

***Please note this position cannot be done remotely and requires relocation to Port Hardy***

• Company pension
• Dental care

• Computer /printer
• Cellular telephone
• Company pension
• Dental care

It is important to note that these represent the range of potential activities that can be carried out through this position. It is necessary to prioritize which activities will actually be provided based on community needs, worker time and existing resources.

• Assesses the client’s physical/emotional/psychosocial/spiritual/cognitive care needs. Develops a holistic care plan based on the client’s short and long term goals, emphasizing self-care. Administers direct care and evaluates the client’s progress towards health care goals. Evaluates effect of implementing plan of care & revises plan as needed. Typical practice areas include: palliative care, wound and skin care, medication management and administration, delegation of tasks to Community Health Workers, chronic disease management, Health Services for Community Living, continence management and gerontology.
• Acts as an advocate for the individual by respecting client choice and provides support for the caregiver as required.
• Provides guidance, education and counseling to clients, families and other caregivers by providing health care information relevant to the client’s health concerns, performance of self-care activities, coping skills and lifestyle adaptation. Utilizes wellness promotion and self-management principles, behavioural change theories/strategies and adult learning theories to support optimal health, informed decision-making and facilitate changes in health behaviours.
• Works collaboratively with clients/families/caregivers, health care professionals and other community resources to identify and resolve care issues for family/client/caregivers and addresses cultural/language barriers and ethical dilemmas. Coordinates the integration of care and makes referrals to other service providers as appropriate.
• Maintains records in accordance with established procedures and policies and prepares/maintains statistical data, correspondence reports and other documentation as required. Reviews, interprets and documents pertinent client information and nursing interventions relevant to the care-plan, using standardized, evidence-based documentation, within paper-based and electronic records.
• Participates in interdisciplinary case conferences and team meetings; collegially shares information; demonstrates and/or provides guidance on clinical/health related tasks.
• Exercise standards of nursing practice and professional competence.
• Integrates and applies best practice by accessing available educational resources and specialty services; Advocates for continuous improvement to promote excellence in client services.
• Uses information and communication technologies to support information synthesis and ongoing monitoring capability that supports the delivery of best practice for target populations in the home and community care setting (e.g. computer technologies, electronic health records, point of care testing devices, telehome monitoring devices).
• Directs assigned staff resources in accordance with established policies and procedures, by:
• Supervising, directing, supporting, coaching and evaluating Community Health Workers, and other designated staff as required, referring significant performance concerns to the Manager or designate.
• Recruiting staff. Conducting relevant components of the orientation process for staff.
• Providing ongoing coaching and mentoring to facilitate performance improvement and the achievement of individual objectives. Participating in staff development plans and recommending continuing education for designated staff.
• Overseeing the scheduling of services and work assignments.
• Planning, developing, providing and evaluating in-services, client specific training, and other educational programs for Community Health Workers and other designated staff in conjunction with the Community Resource Team.
• Organizing and planning practicum experiences for students participating in formal education programs as required, maintaining a professional liaison with the instructors of the programs.
• Coordinating and participating in team meetings/conferences, care plan reviews and staff meetings.
• Communicating established policies, and procedures to staff.
• Ensure accurate and confidential records of all activities;
• Ensure all approved standards, policies and procedures are adhered to;
• Ensure accurate reporting from all supervised staff;
• Ensure services are delivered in a culturally appropriate and safe manner;

Other:

• Performs other related roles and responsibilities as required.

Positions Supervised by the HCC Nurse:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• CHR
• Elder’s Coordinator
• Personal Care Aide

Education:

• Current practicing registration with College British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals(BCCNP).
• Graduate of a recognized school of nursing.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a community health program with a home care component, or diverse acute medical/surgical care setting within the past 5 years.
• Valid BC Drivers license & reliable transportation.

Managerial Skills:

• Ability to integrate and apply BCCNP’s Standards for Nursing Practice in the context of Community Practice.
• Working knowledge of community health, chronic disease management, geriatric and palliative nursing practice within a client/family-centered care approach.
• Working knowledge of and recent experience in chronic disease management including: behavior/lifestyle change education and support (e.g. coaching, motivational interviewing); identification and management of chronic disease risk factors and conditions.
• Working knowledge of life-span development, family theory, multicultural health practices, principles of health education/promotion, and determinants of health.
• Demonstrated ability to use the nursing process, i.e., assess (physical/mental/psychosocial/functional and environmental), analyze, plan, make decisions, organize, prioritize, evaluate, and communicate as required.
• Demonstrated abilities in written and verbal communication, facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques, and demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families and with colleagues, both on a one-to-one basis and within a interdisciplinary team/group context.
• Ability to be empathetic and to relate well with aboriginal people.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and maintain a variety of charts, records and reports related to work – particularly Electronic Medical Records.
• Demonstrated discharge planning and case coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize a dynamic workload, both independently and in consultation with other team members.
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt nursing care to an aboriginal community environment.
• Working knowledge of community resources.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively participate in purposeful change
• Ability to carry out the physical demands of the job.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, professionalism and integrity;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (minimum Grade 12 English skills);
• Excellent Microsoft office computer skills.
• Maintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employer and/or the College.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a community health program with a home care component, or diverse acute medical/surgical care setting within the past 5 years.

• Are you willing to relocate to Port Hardy?