The Salvation Army Toronto Grace Health Centre
TORONTO GRACE HEALTH CENTRE: CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Nurse Practitioner - Permanent Full Time
The Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) provides, specialized care to those individuals who require Complex Continuing Care, Post-Acute Care Rehabilitation, Transitional care, and Palliative Care services. The care and services provided at TGHC help facilitate the patient flow through the health care system and ensures recovery to those individuals who may return to their homes or to Long Term Care (LTC) facilities in their communities. TGHC operates in 3 sites – the Main site (Church & Bloor St) and our Harbour Lights site and Specialized Care Centre (Victoria Park & McNicoll). Our organization is committed to collaborating with patients and families in their journey through the health care system effectively supporting their integration back into the community.
As a compassionate, caring, and influential member of the inter-professional team, you will make a personal difference in the quality of life of our patients, residents, and families. If you want to work in an environment where every face is familiar and where care, compassion, and commitment flow to the persons that we serve as well as the staff, join our team and become part of the Toronto Grace family.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, Toronto Grace Health Centre is currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner at our Scarborough location. The Nurse Practitioner is an active member of the interdisciplinary team that also includes a social worker, occupational therapist, and physiotherapist. The NP has clinical and leadership expertise in the provision of quality care for diverse patient populations including residents living with complex mental health illness & elderly patients with frailty and dementia in a transitional care setting. They will act as a leader and mentor for the professional nurses, allied health professionals, administrative and other supportive staff on the unit.
Responsibilities:
Provide client and family-centered care independently and in collaboration with other team members.
Demonstrate all the Advanced Nursing Practice Competencies outlined by the Canadian Nurses Association including clinical practice, research, leadership, consultation, and collaboration.
Conduct the patient care health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management, and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
Work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in a shared-care model of practice providing cross coverage.
Liaise regularly with external health organizations.
Support best practice in seniors’ care and other health care providers where appropriate.
Consult on patient/client care, providing advice, expertise, and consultation services.
Qualifications:
Currently registered with the CNO as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class.
Currently have RNAO or NPAO membership with LAP or equivalent.
Additional post graduate education or certification in Mental Health and Addictions services / management related areas is a strong asset.
Minimum Three (3) years of relevant clinical experience, including experience working with clients with complex mental health illnesses.
Experience working with persons with Dementia or cognitive impairment.
Successfully completed a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Program in Ontario or equivalent and hold a master’s degree in nursing with a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Program (family all ages).
Your clinical focus will be with chronic disease management, geriatric nursing care, mental health, and addictions services where there is an emphasis on collaborative practice within an inter-professional milieu.
Use of proper body mechanics and successful completion of the Physical Readiness Test to ensure safe work practices are followed, including mobility, transfers, bending, lifting, push and pulling.
You have demonstrated clinical leadership skills and a commitment to continued participation in research.
Must have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada prior to start date and submit evidence of such. Must maintain Covid-19 Vaccination schedules as approved by Health Canada. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@torontograce.org . by referencing the job posting #: Nurse Practitioner Full Time - Scarborough. Please visit our website to learn more about the rewards of building a career at the Toronto Grace Health Centre: www.torontograce.org . We are a “Great Place to Work”. Toronto Grace Health Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department.
The Salvation Army Toronto Grace Health Centre has been accredited with commendation in 2021 by Accreditation Canada.
Thank you for your interest in The Toronto Grace Health Centre. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Our Core values: Compassion, Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Committed, Cooperation and Celebration
TORONTO GRACE HEALTH CENTRE: CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Nurse Practitioner - Permanent Full Time
The Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) provides, specialized care to those individuals who require Complex Continuing Care, Post-Acute Care Rehabilitation, Transitional care, and Palliative Care services. The care and services provided at TGHC help facilitate the patient flow through the health care system and ensures recovery to those individuals who may return to their homes or to Long Term Care (LTC) facilities in their communities. TGHC operates in 3 sites – the Main site (Church & Bloor St) and our Harbour Lights site and Specialized Care Centre (Victoria Park & McNicoll). Our organization is committed to collaborating with patients and families in their journey through the health care system effectively supporting their integration back into the community.
As a compassionate, caring, and influential member of the inter-professional team, you will make a personal difference in the quality of life of our patients, residents, and families. If you want to work in an environment where every face is familiar and where care, compassion, and commitment flow to the persons that we serve as well as the staff, join our team and become part of the Toronto Grace family.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, Toronto Grace Health Centre is currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner at our Scarborough location. The Nurse Practitioner is an active member of the interdisciplinary team that also includes a social worker, occupational therapist, and physiotherapist. The NP has clinical and leadership expertise in the provision of quality care for diverse patient populations including residents living with complex mental health illness & elderly patients with frailty and dementia in a transitional care setting. They will act as a leader and mentor for the professional nurses, allied health professionals, administrative and other supportive staff on the unit.
Responsibilities:
Provide client and family-centered care independently and in collaboration with other team members.
Demonstrate all the Advanced Nursing Practice Competencies outlined by the Canadian Nurses Association including clinical practice, research, leadership, consultation, and collaboration.
Conduct the patient care health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management, and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
Work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in a shared-care model of practice providing cross coverage.
Liaise regularly with external health organizations.
Support best practice in seniors’ care and other health care providers where appropriate.
Consult on patient/client care, providing advice, expertise, and consultation services.
Qualifications:
Currently registered with the CNO as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class.
Currently have RNAO or NPAO membership with LAP or equivalent.
Additional post graduate education or certification in Mental Health and Addictions services / management related areas is a strong asset.
Minimum Three (3) years of relevant clinical experience, including experience working with clients with complex mental health illnesses.
Experience working with persons with Dementia or cognitive impairment.
Successfully completed a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Program in Ontario or equivalent and hold a master’s degree in nursing with a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Program (family all ages).
Your clinical focus will be with chronic disease management, geriatric nursing care, mental health, and addictions services where there is an emphasis on collaborative practice within an inter-professional milieu.
Use of proper body mechanics and successful completion of the Physical Readiness Test to ensure safe work practices are followed, including mobility, transfers, bending, lifting, push and pulling.
You have demonstrated clinical leadership skills and a commitment to continued participation in research.
Must have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada prior to start date and submit evidence of such. Must maintain Covid-19 Vaccination schedules as approved by Health Canada. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@torontograce.org . by referencing the job posting #: Nurse Practitioner Full Time - Scarborough. Please visit our website to learn more about the rewards of building a career at the Toronto Grace Health Centre: www.torontograce.org . We are a “Great Place to Work”. Toronto Grace Health Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department.
The Salvation Army Toronto Grace Health Centre has been accredited with commendation in 2021 by Accreditation Canada.
Thank you for your interest in The Toronto Grace Health Centre. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Our Core values: Compassion, Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Committed, Cooperation and Celebration
Vancouver Coastal Health
TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Should there be insufficient qualified candidates available for the above position, VCH may offer an 8-week training program. Cover letter and resume are required. Learn more about this training opportunity here! Candidates accepting this training opportunity agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they are hired for at least 18 months subsequent to completing training. This will ensure that candidates are able to consolidate and apply skills in the specialty area that VCH has supported and funded candidates to complete. In the event that a candidate leaves the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they were hired for VCH in under 18 months, VCH will seek to recover the cost of the program.
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $40.21/Hr. - CAD $54.28/Hr.
Job Summary
Come work as a Community Health Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for Registered Nurses to join the Home Health team as Community Health Nurses at Pacific Spirit Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!
As a Community Health Nurse you will:
Care for clients with acute, chronic and palliative care needs.
Work in partnership with the client and family to establish goals that are safe, realistic, and reasonable by assessing, planning, coordinating, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and transitioning nursing and other services for the client.
Assess service eligibility, facilitate the development, implementation, and adaptation of a care plan, deliver direct care, and provide care management to assist clients to manage their own care and navigate through the various services available within the community settings.
Work in consultation with other system partners and incorporates current evidence into practice.
ABOUT HOME HEALTH PROGRAMS:
Home Health programs provide a range of health care and support services to people living in the community who have acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs.
THE CLIENT POPULATION:
Home Health clients typically have on-going health issues and/or complex personal and/or social issues, requiring care planning and coordination of appropriate resources. Clients include frail elderly, younger clients with disabilities, and adults with chronic illnesses requiring supports to maintain/promote independence. Pacific Spirit serves the West side of Vancouver including Kerrisdale, Arbutus Ridge, Shaughnessy, Kitsilano, Dunbar, Point Grey, and Southlands neighbourhoods, and the UBC Endowment Lands.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
One year recent related clinical experience in a relevant clinical area working with complex clients/patients with chronic health conditions and/or functional mobility issues including recent experience in care and transition planning, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver’s License required as local area travel may require the use of a vehicle or other accepted mode of transportation.
Knowledge & Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in community health nursing theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
Assessment and Intervention – Demonstrated ability to provide client-focused, trauma informed, Harm reduction, and culturally safe care in completing initial and ongoing client assessments and interventions.
Critical Thinking – Demonstrated ability to assess safety and risk prior to entering familiar and unfamiliar home environments and to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve effectively.
Problem Solving - Demonstrated ability to manage psychosocial and behavioral issues, and employ effective conflict resolution and reconciliation approaches, techniques, and strategies related to goals of care, transitions and end of life care.
Independence – Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize clients and promote cooperation, assertiveness, creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of policies or other protocols and ongoing professional development of self.
Resiliency - Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events and promote client-focused care with clients and significant others, sensitive to diverse cultures and preference, client advocacy and social justice concerns.
Collaboration - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team with clients/caregivers to holistically assess/plan/monitor a wide variety of health challenges in the home/community setting and transitions through care continuums
Documentation – Demonstrated ability to document timely and appropriate information in an electronic medical record (EMR) reporting assessments, decisions about client status, plans, interventions and client outcomes. Ability to effectively use related computer software, applications, and devices.
Confidentiality - Demonstrated ability to maintain client/caregivers’ privacy and confidentiality with respect to communication, documentation, and data, including when travelling between client homes and office/care settings
Communication – Demonstrated ability to develop rapport, trust and ethical relationships with clients/families, family care providers and other health care professionals; maintains professional boundaries in relationships in home and community settings. Ability to communicate effectively through verbal, nonverbal, written, electronic and social media.
Facilitation & Coaching – demonstrated ability to teach, facilitate and coach employing teaching/learning strategies, adult education principles, methods and tools to transfer knowledge and engage clients/families in planning and self-management of care
Knowledge of provincial acts, regulations, and program policies and guidelines related to home and community care.
Knowledge of acute, chronic disease, palliative, mental health and substance use and health management and self-management support.
Knowledge of community resources available for client/family support and related health services.
Knowledge of research, quality improvement, evaluation process and methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, schedule and prioritize work.
Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
Demonstrated skill in the use of equipment and in the techniques appropriate to nursing treatment.
Broad knowledge of the BCCNM standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners.
Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Should there be insufficient qualified candidates available for the above position, VCH may offer an 8-week training program. Cover letter and resume are required. Learn more about this training opportunity here! Candidates accepting this training opportunity agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they are hired for at least 18 months subsequent to completing training. This will ensure that candidates are able to consolidate and apply skills in the specialty area that VCH has supported and funded candidates to complete. In the event that a candidate leaves the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they were hired for VCH in under 18 months, VCH will seek to recover the cost of the program.
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $40.21/Hr. - CAD $54.28/Hr.
Job Summary
Come work as a Community Health Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for Registered Nurses to join the Home Health team as Community Health Nurses at Pacific Spirit Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!
As a Community Health Nurse you will:
Care for clients with acute, chronic and palliative care needs.
Work in partnership with the client and family to establish goals that are safe, realistic, and reasonable by assessing, planning, coordinating, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and transitioning nursing and other services for the client.
Assess service eligibility, facilitate the development, implementation, and adaptation of a care plan, deliver direct care, and provide care management to assist clients to manage their own care and navigate through the various services available within the community settings.
Work in consultation with other system partners and incorporates current evidence into practice.
ABOUT HOME HEALTH PROGRAMS:
Home Health programs provide a range of health care and support services to people living in the community who have acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs.
THE CLIENT POPULATION:
Home Health clients typically have on-going health issues and/or complex personal and/or social issues, requiring care planning and coordination of appropriate resources. Clients include frail elderly, younger clients with disabilities, and adults with chronic illnesses requiring supports to maintain/promote independence. Pacific Spirit serves the West side of Vancouver including Kerrisdale, Arbutus Ridge, Shaughnessy, Kitsilano, Dunbar, Point Grey, and Southlands neighbourhoods, and the UBC Endowment Lands.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
One year recent related clinical experience in a relevant clinical area working with complex clients/patients with chronic health conditions and/or functional mobility issues including recent experience in care and transition planning, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver’s License required as local area travel may require the use of a vehicle or other accepted mode of transportation.
Knowledge & Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in community health nursing theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
Assessment and Intervention – Demonstrated ability to provide client-focused, trauma informed, Harm reduction, and culturally safe care in completing initial and ongoing client assessments and interventions.
Critical Thinking – Demonstrated ability to assess safety and risk prior to entering familiar and unfamiliar home environments and to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve effectively.
Problem Solving - Demonstrated ability to manage psychosocial and behavioral issues, and employ effective conflict resolution and reconciliation approaches, techniques, and strategies related to goals of care, transitions and end of life care.
Independence – Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize clients and promote cooperation, assertiveness, creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of policies or other protocols and ongoing professional development of self.
Resiliency - Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events and promote client-focused care with clients and significant others, sensitive to diverse cultures and preference, client advocacy and social justice concerns.
Collaboration - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team with clients/caregivers to holistically assess/plan/monitor a wide variety of health challenges in the home/community setting and transitions through care continuums
Documentation – Demonstrated ability to document timely and appropriate information in an electronic medical record (EMR) reporting assessments, decisions about client status, plans, interventions and client outcomes. Ability to effectively use related computer software, applications, and devices.
Confidentiality - Demonstrated ability to maintain client/caregivers’ privacy and confidentiality with respect to communication, documentation, and data, including when travelling between client homes and office/care settings
Communication – Demonstrated ability to develop rapport, trust and ethical relationships with clients/families, family care providers and other health care professionals; maintains professional boundaries in relationships in home and community settings. Ability to communicate effectively through verbal, nonverbal, written, electronic and social media.
Facilitation & Coaching – demonstrated ability to teach, facilitate and coach employing teaching/learning strategies, adult education principles, methods and tools to transfer knowledge and engage clients/families in planning and self-management of care
Knowledge of provincial acts, regulations, and program policies and guidelines related to home and community care.
Knowledge of acute, chronic disease, palliative, mental health and substance use and health management and self-management support.
Knowledge of community resources available for client/family support and related health services.
Knowledge of research, quality improvement, evaluation process and methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, schedule and prioritize work.
Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
Demonstrated skill in the use of equipment and in the techniques appropriate to nursing treatment.
Broad knowledge of the BCCNM standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners.
Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.