Who We Are
Are you a leader seeking the opportunity to make a difference in home health care?
CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 22 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario
We continuously innovate to meet patient needs with specialized (award-winning) care programs and technology, including virtual care and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Overview
We are looking for an EXTRAORDINARY LEADER . The Operations Manager reports to the Director of Operations and is accountable for leading the Nursing Management team in the region. This person will provide professional knowledge and support to the team in the daily operations of client services, case management, human resources and claims management in accordance with CarePartners’ mission statement, established policies and procedures, relevant legislation, government guidelines, the Collective Agreement, ESA, Ontario 2000 and local contract requirements.
We have an opening available for a dynamic leader to join our team in the position of Operations Manager- North Bay, ON.
This position can be based in our North Bay office and may include travel throughout the Northern region.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Flexibility to work remotely a portion of the time
Supportive and positive leadership support
Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
Health & dental benefits, plus retail discounts and recognition rewards
Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services
What The Role Involves
Building and coaching your team:
Applying your leadership skills to provide training, supervision, and coaching to evaluate members of the Nurse Management Teams.
Assisting Management with recruitment efforts.
Identifying and conducting training and development opportunities to enable members of the management team and support staff to attain program goals.
Supporting with managing front line staff performance issues, coaching and development.
Developing consistent workflow routines to support patient service satisfaction.
Monitoring quality and compliance:
Reviewing service audits and administrative procedures in order to make improvement recommendations.
Ensuring that service standards and procedures for client services are met through supervision and Quality Management (QM) and Risk Management policies and practices.
Monitoring compliance with employment legislation, OH&S policies and practices, service contracts, ESA, Ontario 2000 and the Collective Agreement (if applicable).
Supporting Health and safety:
Reviewing Supervisor Accident Investigation Reports (SAIR) for accuracy, trends, and risk and training issues.
Assisting Managers in facilitating modified work opportunities.
In consultation with the Corporate OH&S department, implements preventative Health and Safety programs.
Representing your branch:
Actively participates on internal and external committees and in community functions (i.e. community advisory committees/boards, workshops, job/health fairs, provider meetings)
Communicating and liaising with major purchasers/funders and other community agencies to discuss their satisfaction with service delivery, any concerns and case management issues.
What You Bring
Diploma or Degree in a Health Care or Human Resources related field and/ or Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) degree or diploma
Membership with a Regulated Health Professional/Regulatory Body is an asset
3-6 years of previous leadership experience and a proven track record of coaching and supporting teams
A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our patients
Exceptional interpersonal skills and people management skills
Excellent communication skills including verbal and written skills
Proven computer skills, including e-mail, MS Word and Outlook, work scheduling systems
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Case management skills are an asset
A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our patients
Exceptional interpersonal skills
A valid Driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
Speaking/Reading/Writing in French is an asset
To protect our patients, we require a current vulnerable sector check and a clear background check
CarePartners In Your Community
In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.
Accessibility
CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.
Nov 28, 2023
Full time
Who We Are
Are you a leader seeking the opportunity to make a difference in home health care?
CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 22 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario
We continuously innovate to meet patient needs with specialized (award-winning) care programs and technology, including virtual care and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Overview
We are looking for an EXTRAORDINARY LEADER . The Operations Manager reports to the Director of Operations and is accountable for leading the Nursing Management team in the region. This person will provide professional knowledge and support to the team in the daily operations of client services, case management, human resources and claims management in accordance with CarePartners’ mission statement, established policies and procedures, relevant legislation, government guidelines, the Collective Agreement, ESA, Ontario 2000 and local contract requirements.
We have an opening available for a dynamic leader to join our team in the position of Operations Manager- North Bay, ON.
This position can be based in our North Bay office and may include travel throughout the Northern region.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Flexibility to work remotely a portion of the time
Supportive and positive leadership support
Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
Health & dental benefits, plus retail discounts and recognition rewards
Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services
What The Role Involves
Building and coaching your team:
Applying your leadership skills to provide training, supervision, and coaching to evaluate members of the Nurse Management Teams.
Assisting Management with recruitment efforts.
Identifying and conducting training and development opportunities to enable members of the management team and support staff to attain program goals.
Supporting with managing front line staff performance issues, coaching and development.
Developing consistent workflow routines to support patient service satisfaction.
Monitoring quality and compliance:
Reviewing service audits and administrative procedures in order to make improvement recommendations.
Ensuring that service standards and procedures for client services are met through supervision and Quality Management (QM) and Risk Management policies and practices.
Monitoring compliance with employment legislation, OH&S policies and practices, service contracts, ESA, Ontario 2000 and the Collective Agreement (if applicable).
Supporting Health and safety:
Reviewing Supervisor Accident Investigation Reports (SAIR) for accuracy, trends, and risk and training issues.
Assisting Managers in facilitating modified work opportunities.
In consultation with the Corporate OH&S department, implements preventative Health and Safety programs.
Representing your branch:
Actively participates on internal and external committees and in community functions (i.e. community advisory committees/boards, workshops, job/health fairs, provider meetings)
Communicating and liaising with major purchasers/funders and other community agencies to discuss their satisfaction with service delivery, any concerns and case management issues.
What You Bring
Diploma or Degree in a Health Care or Human Resources related field and/ or Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) degree or diploma
Membership with a Regulated Health Professional/Regulatory Body is an asset
3-6 years of previous leadership experience and a proven track record of coaching and supporting teams
A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our patients
Exceptional interpersonal skills and people management skills
Excellent communication skills including verbal and written skills
Proven computer skills, including e-mail, MS Word and Outlook, work scheduling systems
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Case management skills are an asset
A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our patients
Exceptional interpersonal skills
A valid Driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
Speaking/Reading/Writing in French is an asset
To protect our patients, we require a current vulnerable sector check and a clear background check
CarePartners In Your Community
In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.
Accessibility
CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.
Location: Ottawa, ON.
Located in fast-growing west Ottawa, Queensway Carleton Hospital (QCH) cares for more than 500,000 each year. With 264 beds, QCH is the secondary referral centre for the Ottawa Valley and offers diverse programs and services such as Emergency, Childbirth, Geriatrics, Mental Health, Rehabilitation, Medical and Surgical Services, and Critical Care Services. Its exemplary team of 2,500+ health care professionals have dedicated themselves to providing expert care that puts patients and families first and was recognized in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals Survey in 2021 as the #1 hospital in Ottawa, #16 in Canada.
QCH is seeking its next Director, Quality, Patient Relations & Safety, IPAC.
Reporting to the Vice President, Patient Care and Chief Nurse Executive, the Director strategically directs the planning, development, implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of the QCH quality improvement, quality assurance, risk management, client experience, clinical education and infection prevention and control (IPAC) programs. To do so the Director acts a key liaison and relationship builder across the hospital, leading and participating on various internal and external committees, task forces, networks and multidisciplinary project teams.
As an ideal candidate, you are Masters prepared and bring a minimum of five years’ healthcare leadership experience combined with demonstrated oversight and leadership of progressive Quality Care Initiatives. QCH will benefit from your deep knowledge and experience in strategic planning, data analysis methods and risk management knowledge and your demonstrated skill in leading transformative change that will ensure that QCH’s commitment to deliver exceptional quality, patient safety and experience is delivered. You are an outstanding communicator whose strategic, analytical, continuous improvement skills, conceptual thinking and technological orientation have been of great value in conveying your expertise and advice to senior leaders. Proactive, progressive, courageous, emotionally intelligent, and resilient are all terms that peers would use to describe you. You have a bias to action and excel at making practical, transparent and evidence informed decisions and in building and leading high functioning teams. A Project Management Professional Designation (PMP) or Change Management (PROSCI or other) certification is an asset as is demonstrable knowledge of microbiology, epidemiology, infection prevention and control principles.
Play an exciting leadership role in driving initiatives to advance QCH’s culture of patient safety, ensuring that quality care remains at the forefront of all operations. To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2262 . For more information, please contact Olivia Pfeffer at opfeffer@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.
Nov 27, 2023
Full time
Location: Ottawa, ON.
Located in fast-growing west Ottawa, Queensway Carleton Hospital (QCH) cares for more than 500,000 each year. With 264 beds, QCH is the secondary referral centre for the Ottawa Valley and offers diverse programs and services such as Emergency, Childbirth, Geriatrics, Mental Health, Rehabilitation, Medical and Surgical Services, and Critical Care Services. Its exemplary team of 2,500+ health care professionals have dedicated themselves to providing expert care that puts patients and families first and was recognized in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals Survey in 2021 as the #1 hospital in Ottawa, #16 in Canada.
QCH is seeking its next Director, Quality, Patient Relations & Safety, IPAC.
Reporting to the Vice President, Patient Care and Chief Nurse Executive, the Director strategically directs the planning, development, implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of the QCH quality improvement, quality assurance, risk management, client experience, clinical education and infection prevention and control (IPAC) programs. To do so the Director acts a key liaison and relationship builder across the hospital, leading and participating on various internal and external committees, task forces, networks and multidisciplinary project teams.
As an ideal candidate, you are Masters prepared and bring a minimum of five years’ healthcare leadership experience combined with demonstrated oversight and leadership of progressive Quality Care Initiatives. QCH will benefit from your deep knowledge and experience in strategic planning, data analysis methods and risk management knowledge and your demonstrated skill in leading transformative change that will ensure that QCH’s commitment to deliver exceptional quality, patient safety and experience is delivered. You are an outstanding communicator whose strategic, analytical, continuous improvement skills, conceptual thinking and technological orientation have been of great value in conveying your expertise and advice to senior leaders. Proactive, progressive, courageous, emotionally intelligent, and resilient are all terms that peers would use to describe you. You have a bias to action and excel at making practical, transparent and evidence informed decisions and in building and leading high functioning teams. A Project Management Professional Designation (PMP) or Change Management (PROSCI or other) certification is an asset as is demonstrable knowledge of microbiology, epidemiology, infection prevention and control principles.
Play an exciting leadership role in driving initiatives to advance QCH’s culture of patient safety, ensuring that quality care remains at the forefront of all operations. To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2262 . For more information, please contact Olivia Pfeffer at opfeffer@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.
Quinte Children’s Treatment Centre (QCTC) is one of 21 Children’s Treatment Centres in Ontario, providing a range of child development and rehabilitation supports for children and youth with special needs and their families. QCTC is part of Quinte Health, with segregated funding received from the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. The centre offers a range of services to support child development and rehabilitation for children and youth with special needs, and their families. Services include rehabilitation supports (Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech Language Therapy) for preschoolers and school-aged children in home, school, and community settings; Social Work, Psychometry and Medical Services; System Navigation; Coordinated Service Planning; and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Workers. QCTC is an Autism Diagnostic Hub as well as a SmartStart Hub - a clear entry point to service for families and caregivers who are concerned about their child/youth’s development, and their day-to-day functioning related to development. Quinte Health is a progressive and integrated system of four hospitals working with partners to provide exceptional care to their local communities. Care is provided through four sites – Belleville General Hospital, North Hastings Hospital, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital and Trenton Memorial Hospital – and includes four emergency departments, operating rooms at three hospitals, a rehabilitation day hospital, Children’s Treatment Centre, ambulatory care clinics, community mental health programs and a range of diagnostic services. There are inpatient beds for acute medical patients, intensive care, obstetrics, paediatrics, mental health, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and surgery. With fantastic restaurants, a thriving arts and culture scene and more than 40 wineries, the Quinte region is an excellent place to live. The array of parks, picturesque beaches, golf courses and waterfront trails, provide plenty of opportunity for outdoor adventure. This dynamic, growing community offers affordable housing in both urban and rural settings and is an easy commute to larger centres such as Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa and Montreal. Visit www.bayofquinte.ca to learn more about the region.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Vice President and CNE, the Program Director has accountability for the development and delivery of “exceptional care inspired by you” and achieving results reflecting the Children Treatment Centre Program. As a Children’s Treatment Centre (CTC) within a hospital, QCTC is unique within Quinte Health in a number of ways. These include separate funding and associated provincial sector involvement, unique culture and brand, and a separate client record. QCTC is the Coordinating Agency for children and youth with special needs in Hastings and Prince Edward Counties. The Program Director is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of QCTC. Responsibilities include establishing the strategic direction of the centre in alignment with the strategic direction of Quinte Health; government and community relations; responding to and creating opportunities for purposeful growth; partnership development and contract management; financial management; ensuring legal and regulatory compliance; providing program and policy direction; and overseeing the operational management of multiple programs. The Program Director provides leadership to a multi-disciplinary team of professionals, fostering continuous quality improvement and effective teamwork. The Program Director will also champion child- and family-centred, equitable, strengths-based, and culturally safer care.
Required
• Master’s prepared in requisite field or equivalent combination of education and work experience in a requisite field. • Certificate of Registration in good standing from the healthcare regulatory college representing their profession. • Minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience. • 3-5 years’ experience in child development and rehabilitation or related sector. • Superior written communication and proposal development skills. • Ability to coach, develop and supervise regulated staff (i.e., SLP, OT, PT, Social Work) within a unionized workplace. • Demonstrated critical/strategic thinking skills and problem solving. • Proven ability & experience in managing quality, and risk • Well-developed negotiation and conflict management/resolution skills. • Demonstrated experience with envisioning and supporting large scale change. • Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong orientation to staff/team growth and development; and • Ability to create a collaborative multidisciplinary working environment which fosters high morale, a positive and inclusive team culture, and effective staff relationships and participation. • Ability to travel on occasion to meetings and between the 4 communities in which the QCTC services are offered.
Duties
1 Strategic planning Engage multiple stakeholders (staff, families, service partners) in mission-driven strategic planning. Ensure alignment with Quinte Health strategic plan, Ministry direction, and larger children’s services system. Develop and oversee alignment of annual Operating Plans with multi-year strategic plan. Foster culture of innovation, learning, and data literacy. 2 Government and community relations Liaise with MCCSS regional and corporate as needed to support operations and new program development. Coordinate with Quinte Health Communications and Community Relations to support advocacy efforts related to QCTC. Demonstrate leadership at local, regional, and provincial levels. 3 Business functions including financial and contract management Ensure that allocated resources are used as effectively and efficiently as possible while promoting quality family-centred care. Develop and oversee service contracts. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and contractual obligations. 4 Partnership development for purposeful growth Engage multiple cross-sectoral service partners in service system improvements for children and youth with special needs within communities served and more broadly in the province. Work towards shared purpose and model transparency, engagement, and respect. 5 Oversee all operational aspects of QCTC including policy, HR, quality improvement, staff and client safety Demonstrate emotionally intelligent leadership through behaviour and interaction with individuals and groups which includes positive role-modelling, mentoring, empowering, and encouragement to enable individuals and groups attain their highest level of performance. Ensure appropriate systems, processes and supports are in place to promote operational excellence.
Oct 30, 2023
Full time
Quinte Children’s Treatment Centre (QCTC) is one of 21 Children’s Treatment Centres in Ontario, providing a range of child development and rehabilitation supports for children and youth with special needs and their families. QCTC is part of Quinte Health, with segregated funding received from the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. The centre offers a range of services to support child development and rehabilitation for children and youth with special needs, and their families. Services include rehabilitation supports (Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech Language Therapy) for preschoolers and school-aged children in home, school, and community settings; Social Work, Psychometry and Medical Services; System Navigation; Coordinated Service Planning; and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Workers. QCTC is an Autism Diagnostic Hub as well as a SmartStart Hub - a clear entry point to service for families and caregivers who are concerned about their child/youth’s development, and their day-to-day functioning related to development. Quinte Health is a progressive and integrated system of four hospitals working with partners to provide exceptional care to their local communities. Care is provided through four sites – Belleville General Hospital, North Hastings Hospital, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital and Trenton Memorial Hospital – and includes four emergency departments, operating rooms at three hospitals, a rehabilitation day hospital, Children’s Treatment Centre, ambulatory care clinics, community mental health programs and a range of diagnostic services. There are inpatient beds for acute medical patients, intensive care, obstetrics, paediatrics, mental health, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and surgery. With fantastic restaurants, a thriving arts and culture scene and more than 40 wineries, the Quinte region is an excellent place to live. The array of parks, picturesque beaches, golf courses and waterfront trails, provide plenty of opportunity for outdoor adventure. This dynamic, growing community offers affordable housing in both urban and rural settings and is an easy commute to larger centres such as Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa and Montreal. Visit www.bayofquinte.ca to learn more about the region.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Vice President and CNE, the Program Director has accountability for the development and delivery of “exceptional care inspired by you” and achieving results reflecting the Children Treatment Centre Program. As a Children’s Treatment Centre (CTC) within a hospital, QCTC is unique within Quinte Health in a number of ways. These include separate funding and associated provincial sector involvement, unique culture and brand, and a separate client record. QCTC is the Coordinating Agency for children and youth with special needs in Hastings and Prince Edward Counties. The Program Director is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of QCTC. Responsibilities include establishing the strategic direction of the centre in alignment with the strategic direction of Quinte Health; government and community relations; responding to and creating opportunities for purposeful growth; partnership development and contract management; financial management; ensuring legal and regulatory compliance; providing program and policy direction; and overseeing the operational management of multiple programs. The Program Director provides leadership to a multi-disciplinary team of professionals, fostering continuous quality improvement and effective teamwork. The Program Director will also champion child- and family-centred, equitable, strengths-based, and culturally safer care.
Required
• Master’s prepared in requisite field or equivalent combination of education and work experience in a requisite field. • Certificate of Registration in good standing from the healthcare regulatory college representing their profession. • Minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience. • 3-5 years’ experience in child development and rehabilitation or related sector. • Superior written communication and proposal development skills. • Ability to coach, develop and supervise regulated staff (i.e., SLP, OT, PT, Social Work) within a unionized workplace. • Demonstrated critical/strategic thinking skills and problem solving. • Proven ability & experience in managing quality, and risk • Well-developed negotiation and conflict management/resolution skills. • Demonstrated experience with envisioning and supporting large scale change. • Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong orientation to staff/team growth and development; and • Ability to create a collaborative multidisciplinary working environment which fosters high morale, a positive and inclusive team culture, and effective staff relationships and participation. • Ability to travel on occasion to meetings and between the 4 communities in which the QCTC services are offered.
Duties
1 Strategic planning Engage multiple stakeholders (staff, families, service partners) in mission-driven strategic planning. Ensure alignment with Quinte Health strategic plan, Ministry direction, and larger children’s services system. Develop and oversee alignment of annual Operating Plans with multi-year strategic plan. Foster culture of innovation, learning, and data literacy. 2 Government and community relations Liaise with MCCSS regional and corporate as needed to support operations and new program development. Coordinate with Quinte Health Communications and Community Relations to support advocacy efforts related to QCTC. Demonstrate leadership at local, regional, and provincial levels. 3 Business functions including financial and contract management Ensure that allocated resources are used as effectively and efficiently as possible while promoting quality family-centred care. Develop and oversee service contracts. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and contractual obligations. 4 Partnership development for purposeful growth Engage multiple cross-sectoral service partners in service system improvements for children and youth with special needs within communities served and more broadly in the province. Work towards shared purpose and model transparency, engagement, and respect. 5 Oversee all operational aspects of QCTC including policy, HR, quality improvement, staff and client safety Demonstrate emotionally intelligent leadership through behaviour and interaction with individuals and groups which includes positive role-modelling, mentoring, empowering, and encouragement to enable individuals and groups attain their highest level of performance. Ensure appropriate systems, processes and supports are in place to promote operational excellence.
Program Manager, Specialized Pediatrics—Health Complexity
BC Children’s Hospital & Sunny Hill Health Centre
Vancouver, BC
The Program Manager, Specialized Pediatrics—Health Complexity is a provincial program of BC Children’s Hospital that provides outpatient and community-based care for children living with chronic, complex health conditions (birth to 19 years). As a provincial program, Specialized Pediatrics—Health Complexity provides coordination and oversight of program services at BC Children’s Hospital (outpatient) as well as to each of the regional health authorities (community) whereby safe, quality care is facilitated using appropriate health supports for children/youth. A key focus for Specialized Pediatrics, Health Complexity is partnering with families and developing strong collaborative relationships with counterparts in other health authorities, ministries and community service providers including universities and academic institutions to identify opportunities for research collaboration and share information in the drive to optimize care and best practices.
This role offers unique opportunities to engage with multiple sectors and connections across a broad network of services and service providers in the delivery of care. This position requires an extraordinary leader who demonstrates strong strategic planning, values-based leadership, quality management and negotiation skills, inspirational and collaborative leadership that promotes teamwork and integrated service delivery at the local and provincial level that understands and facilitates care that meets the clinical and psychosocial complexities of the client population.
Scope and Complexity The Program Manager is a member of the management team for the hospital and is accountable for the efficient and effective day to day delivery of services across all of the operating units within the assigned Program. This position is accountable for managing specific cost centres related to the assigned Program, and is responsible for the performance management and development of the Program staff. Working independently and creatively, the Program Manager directs and provides leadership to nursing and interdisciplinary staff members, as well as technical and support staff. The Program Manager is responsible for the operations management of the Program and utilizes advanced communication and problem resolution skills to solve problems and handle multiple issues with confidentiality, discretion, and sensitivity. Guidance received is minimal. Errors in judgment can result in a negative public image of the Program and Hospital and can directly impact patient care. The Program Manager collaborates and negotiates with other health care facilities and care providers regarding access to program resources, often in time pressured and critical situations. Communications The Program Manager communicates on a regular basis with Medical Directors, Clinical Nurse Coordinators, Clinical Resource Nurses, Clinical Nurse Instructors, Professional Practice Leaders, and nursing and professional services staff to provide leadership and direction in planning, problem-solving and policy implementation related to the program’s functioning. The Program Manager may liaise with staff at all levels in other hospital programs and departments negotiating and exchanging information to facilitate optimal care for patients and their families. The Program Manager determines priorities and strategic/operational directions for the Program and has regular contact with senior leadership, physicians and Professional Practice Leaders to ensure the provision of efficient and effective service delivery. The Program Manager participates as a member of various committees as assigned, as well as participates in or is assigned and leads internal committees and work groups. External communication may include contact with senior officials of other organizations, universities, agencies, and associations including other health authority representatives, peers from partner hospitals and health care agencies in other provinces and staff from various Ministries (Ministry of Health, Ministry of Child and Family Development, etc.) relating to service delivery for the program population. The Program Manager develops and maintains effective working relationships with counterparts in other health authorities as well as universities and academic institutions to identify opportunities for collaboration and to share information in the drive for best practices.
What you’ll do
Direct the strategic planning process and coordinates the process of operational planning across the Program. Integrates specific goals and objectives into the activities of the clinical services ensuring linkages with individual performance plans, and quality management initiatives. Communicate program and unit strategic direction incorporating Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) and Children’s & Women’s (C&W) vision, values and strategic direction and ensures integration into practice by interdisciplinary team members.
Prepare, monitor, and analyze staffing, and operating, and capital budgets for the service delivery cost centres in collaboration with Program and Professional Discipline leadership. Allocate and manage available resources within these budgets to ensure the delivery of interprofessional services within the Program. Collaborate in the development of the program budget to complement strategic directions within existing fiscal constraints and uses best utilization methods to monitor and adhere to allocated budget. Develop effective and efficient practices and processes to measure use of resources and the quality of care rendered within the allocated budget.
Manage service area operations by assessing and monitoring staff/patient ratios and supplies based on patient acuity and staff skill level. Approve adjustments to staffing levels to meet patient/family needs. Define an effective workforce plan for Program in collaboration with key partners and stakeholders that ensures the availability of adequate staff within the context of operational demands and environmental and resource constraints.
Develop a plan for staffing within the Program in collaboration with the appropriate Professional Practice Leader and nursing leadership, and participate in the interview and selection process for interprofessional and support staff.
Implement performance management processes in an interdisciplinary team environment. Ensure that probationary and annual reviews are completed for all Program staff, working in collaboration with Nursing Leadership and Professional Practice Leaders. Support peer review by care team and program staff.
Lead Program service development and planning activities through work groups and projects, and monitors progress and outcomes. Initiate, recommend, implement and evaluate objectives, policies and procedures, and standards of practice related to patient and family care together with various resources including nursing leadership and Professional Practice Leaders.
Monitor quality outcomes, and assist in the development of methodologies, quality indicators, evidence based outcomes, and accreditation and audit activities in conjunction with the Medical Director and Senior Director, Operations. Oversee risk management activities in collaboration with the Management team. Lead the incident review process, following up on incident reports (patients, families and staff), and communicating outcomes and subsequent practice changes. Include the Professional Practice Leader in incidents involving professional services staff.
Evaluate individual and team performance. Investigate work and staff issues and where necessary, initiates disciplinary action up to and including termination. Participate in labour relations, including the grievance process.
What you bring
Qualifications
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Masters Degree in Nursing or a healthcare related degree from an accredited University
A minimum of seven (7) years recent related clinical experience. This will include two (2) years working in a managerial/leadership capacity.
Current registration/membership with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) or the appropriate recognized professional association.
You will also have
Strong skills in operations management.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and to promote teamwork.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
Demonstrated understanding and experience of quality assurance process, operational planning and program development.
Demonstrated ability, both written and oral, to communicate effectively with patients, families and staff.
Demonstrated problem resolution and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to relate easily to a variety of people from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and highly motivated.
Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time Salary Range: $102,938 - $147,974/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.
Location: 3644 Slocan St, Vancouver, BC V5M 3G1
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 0800 – 1600, or as operationally required Requisition # 155352E
As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.
What we do
BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.
Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children (SHHC) provides specialized development and rehabilitation services to BC children, youth and their families.
BCCH and SHHC are part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).
The Provincial Health Services Authority ( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
PHSA, BCCH and SHHC are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.
ATTN: PHSA Employees:
To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca
Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of November 15, 2023 . If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.
If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk at 604-875-7264 or 1-855-875-7264 . Please note regular business hours are Monday – Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.
Nov 17, 2023
Full time
Program Manager, Specialized Pediatrics—Health Complexity
BC Children’s Hospital & Sunny Hill Health Centre
Vancouver, BC
The Program Manager, Specialized Pediatrics—Health Complexity is a provincial program of BC Children’s Hospital that provides outpatient and community-based care for children living with chronic, complex health conditions (birth to 19 years). As a provincial program, Specialized Pediatrics—Health Complexity provides coordination and oversight of program services at BC Children’s Hospital (outpatient) as well as to each of the regional health authorities (community) whereby safe, quality care is facilitated using appropriate health supports for children/youth. A key focus for Specialized Pediatrics, Health Complexity is partnering with families and developing strong collaborative relationships with counterparts in other health authorities, ministries and community service providers including universities and academic institutions to identify opportunities for research collaboration and share information in the drive to optimize care and best practices.
This role offers unique opportunities to engage with multiple sectors and connections across a broad network of services and service providers in the delivery of care. This position requires an extraordinary leader who demonstrates strong strategic planning, values-based leadership, quality management and negotiation skills, inspirational and collaborative leadership that promotes teamwork and integrated service delivery at the local and provincial level that understands and facilitates care that meets the clinical and psychosocial complexities of the client population.
Scope and Complexity The Program Manager is a member of the management team for the hospital and is accountable for the efficient and effective day to day delivery of services across all of the operating units within the assigned Program. This position is accountable for managing specific cost centres related to the assigned Program, and is responsible for the performance management and development of the Program staff. Working independently and creatively, the Program Manager directs and provides leadership to nursing and interdisciplinary staff members, as well as technical and support staff. The Program Manager is responsible for the operations management of the Program and utilizes advanced communication and problem resolution skills to solve problems and handle multiple issues with confidentiality, discretion, and sensitivity. Guidance received is minimal. Errors in judgment can result in a negative public image of the Program and Hospital and can directly impact patient care. The Program Manager collaborates and negotiates with other health care facilities and care providers regarding access to program resources, often in time pressured and critical situations. Communications The Program Manager communicates on a regular basis with Medical Directors, Clinical Nurse Coordinators, Clinical Resource Nurses, Clinical Nurse Instructors, Professional Practice Leaders, and nursing and professional services staff to provide leadership and direction in planning, problem-solving and policy implementation related to the program’s functioning. The Program Manager may liaise with staff at all levels in other hospital programs and departments negotiating and exchanging information to facilitate optimal care for patients and their families. The Program Manager determines priorities and strategic/operational directions for the Program and has regular contact with senior leadership, physicians and Professional Practice Leaders to ensure the provision of efficient and effective service delivery. The Program Manager participates as a member of various committees as assigned, as well as participates in or is assigned and leads internal committees and work groups. External communication may include contact with senior officials of other organizations, universities, agencies, and associations including other health authority representatives, peers from partner hospitals and health care agencies in other provinces and staff from various Ministries (Ministry of Health, Ministry of Child and Family Development, etc.) relating to service delivery for the program population. The Program Manager develops and maintains effective working relationships with counterparts in other health authorities as well as universities and academic institutions to identify opportunities for collaboration and to share information in the drive for best practices.
What you’ll do
Direct the strategic planning process and coordinates the process of operational planning across the Program. Integrates specific goals and objectives into the activities of the clinical services ensuring linkages with individual performance plans, and quality management initiatives. Communicate program and unit strategic direction incorporating Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) and Children’s & Women’s (C&W) vision, values and strategic direction and ensures integration into practice by interdisciplinary team members.
Prepare, monitor, and analyze staffing, and operating, and capital budgets for the service delivery cost centres in collaboration with Program and Professional Discipline leadership. Allocate and manage available resources within these budgets to ensure the delivery of interprofessional services within the Program. Collaborate in the development of the program budget to complement strategic directions within existing fiscal constraints and uses best utilization methods to monitor and adhere to allocated budget. Develop effective and efficient practices and processes to measure use of resources and the quality of care rendered within the allocated budget.
Manage service area operations by assessing and monitoring staff/patient ratios and supplies based on patient acuity and staff skill level. Approve adjustments to staffing levels to meet patient/family needs. Define an effective workforce plan for Program in collaboration with key partners and stakeholders that ensures the availability of adequate staff within the context of operational demands and environmental and resource constraints.
Develop a plan for staffing within the Program in collaboration with the appropriate Professional Practice Leader and nursing leadership, and participate in the interview and selection process for interprofessional and support staff.
Implement performance management processes in an interdisciplinary team environment. Ensure that probationary and annual reviews are completed for all Program staff, working in collaboration with Nursing Leadership and Professional Practice Leaders. Support peer review by care team and program staff.
Lead Program service development and planning activities through work groups and projects, and monitors progress and outcomes. Initiate, recommend, implement and evaluate objectives, policies and procedures, and standards of practice related to patient and family care together with various resources including nursing leadership and Professional Practice Leaders.
Monitor quality outcomes, and assist in the development of methodologies, quality indicators, evidence based outcomes, and accreditation and audit activities in conjunction with the Medical Director and Senior Director, Operations. Oversee risk management activities in collaboration with the Management team. Lead the incident review process, following up on incident reports (patients, families and staff), and communicating outcomes and subsequent practice changes. Include the Professional Practice Leader in incidents involving professional services staff.
Evaluate individual and team performance. Investigate work and staff issues and where necessary, initiates disciplinary action up to and including termination. Participate in labour relations, including the grievance process.
What you bring
Qualifications
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Masters Degree in Nursing or a healthcare related degree from an accredited University
A minimum of seven (7) years recent related clinical experience. This will include two (2) years working in a managerial/leadership capacity.
Current registration/membership with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) or the appropriate recognized professional association.
You will also have
Strong skills in operations management.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and to promote teamwork.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
Demonstrated understanding and experience of quality assurance process, operational planning and program development.
Demonstrated ability, both written and oral, to communicate effectively with patients, families and staff.
Demonstrated problem resolution and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to relate easily to a variety of people from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and highly motivated.
Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time Salary Range: $102,938 - $147,974/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.
Location: 3644 Slocan St, Vancouver, BC V5M 3G1
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 0800 – 1600, or as operationally required Requisition # 155352E
As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.
What we do
BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.
Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children (SHHC) provides specialized development and rehabilitation services to BC children, youth and their families.
BCCH and SHHC are part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).
The Provincial Health Services Authority ( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
PHSA, BCCH and SHHC are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.
ATTN: PHSA Employees:
To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca
Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of November 15, 2023 . If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.
If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk at 604-875-7264 or 1-855-875-7264 . Please note regular business hours are Monday – Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.
Come work as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Epilepsy Program with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Epilepsy Clinic team. Apply today to join our team!
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Epilepsy Program with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of nursing care and the formulation of organizational policies relevant to such care.
Work within the organization’s leadership framework to foster, facilitate and achieve the highest standards of service delivery and leads in the planning, development and implementation of clinical policies and programs designed for improving patient/client care.
Provide expert advice and consultation in the areas of nursing, resource planning, program and health system improvement, research and professional development to support quality and utilization initiatives.
Continuously evaluate practice and contribute to the ongoing organizational development of practice knowledge by evaluating research and developing frameworks and strategies to facilitate the implementation of best practices.
Function as clinical leader in the Epilepsy program and advance nursing practice in the area of this specialty through the use of advanced practice and evidence based research.
Work closely with Professional Practice leaders and acts as a liaison between various hospitals and/or community programs to facilitate integration of care across the continuum and reports on professional nursing practice matters.
Provide leadership and expert consultation to team members and other health care staff, patients/clients and families/significant others.
Work collaboratively with Program Managers, Medical Directors, Clinical Educators, Nurse Clinicians, staff nurses, and others members of the interdisciplinary team to pro-actively move nursing practice forward at the regional, provincial, and national levels.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters degree in Nursing; plus current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
A minimum of five (5) year’s recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in Epilepsy Programs and in a progressive leadership role.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in Epilepsy Programs or membership in related provincial, national and/or international professional association(s) Epilepsy Programs preferred.
Knowledge & Abilities
Effectively collaborates to build relationships that promote the achievement of cooperative goals and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with trauma informed, cuturally safe approach to equity, diversity and indigenous culturally safety.
Professionally consults to enable the successful sharing of expertise with caregivers, patients/clients, families/significant others, other members of the public, and colleagues.
Proficiently provides and vigilantly evaluates education/orientation on complex advanced practices and abilities to ensure skills levels are acquired or maintained by team members to meet overall practice and care standards.
Utilizes expert acute clinical evaluation skills to assess needs of the patient/client and their families/significant others.
Skillfully, and in consultation with academic institutions and professional bodies, identifies/develops discipline specific standards for teaching and education.
Collaboratively leads in the identification, planning and implementation of ongoing activities to support research initiatives.
Effectively leads and directs staff by providing a work environment that fosters motivation and respectful relationships, and enables decision-making.
Exhibits advanced verbal, written, and technological communication and presentation skills when disseminating information/advice and/or promoting the use of research findings.
Applies knowledge of a wide range of cross-cultural and diversity issues within a health care environment.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. 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
Diversity, equity, 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.
Nov 01, 2023
Full time
Come work as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Epilepsy Program with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Epilepsy Clinic team. Apply today to join our team!
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Epilepsy Program with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of nursing care and the formulation of organizational policies relevant to such care.
Work within the organization’s leadership framework to foster, facilitate and achieve the highest standards of service delivery and leads in the planning, development and implementation of clinical policies and programs designed for improving patient/client care.
Provide expert advice and consultation in the areas of nursing, resource planning, program and health system improvement, research and professional development to support quality and utilization initiatives.
Continuously evaluate practice and contribute to the ongoing organizational development of practice knowledge by evaluating research and developing frameworks and strategies to facilitate the implementation of best practices.
Function as clinical leader in the Epilepsy program and advance nursing practice in the area of this specialty through the use of advanced practice and evidence based research.
Work closely with Professional Practice leaders and acts as a liaison between various hospitals and/or community programs to facilitate integration of care across the continuum and reports on professional nursing practice matters.
Provide leadership and expert consultation to team members and other health care staff, patients/clients and families/significant others.
Work collaboratively with Program Managers, Medical Directors, Clinical Educators, Nurse Clinicians, staff nurses, and others members of the interdisciplinary team to pro-actively move nursing practice forward at the regional, provincial, and national levels.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters degree in Nursing; plus current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
A minimum of five (5) year’s recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in Epilepsy Programs and in a progressive leadership role.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in Epilepsy Programs or membership in related provincial, national and/or international professional association(s) Epilepsy Programs preferred.
Knowledge & Abilities
Effectively collaborates to build relationships that promote the achievement of cooperative goals and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with trauma informed, cuturally safe approach to equity, diversity and indigenous culturally safety.
Professionally consults to enable the successful sharing of expertise with caregivers, patients/clients, families/significant others, other members of the public, and colleagues.
Proficiently provides and vigilantly evaluates education/orientation on complex advanced practices and abilities to ensure skills levels are acquired or maintained by team members to meet overall practice and care standards.
Utilizes expert acute clinical evaluation skills to assess needs of the patient/client and their families/significant others.
Skillfully, and in consultation with academic institutions and professional bodies, identifies/develops discipline specific standards for teaching and education.
Collaboratively leads in the identification, planning and implementation of ongoing activities to support research initiatives.
Effectively leads and directs staff by providing a work environment that fosters motivation and respectful relationships, and enables decision-making.
Exhibits advanced verbal, written, and technological communication and presentation skills when disseminating information/advice and/or promoting the use of research findings.
Applies knowledge of a wide range of cross-cultural and diversity issues within a health care environment.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. 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
Diversity, equity, 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.
