Long Term Care Case Manager, Nurse

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.Three (3) years recent related experience in gerontology, including two years community health experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's license.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to apply nursing process as required and described in BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Practice.
• Ability to demonstrate clinical competence including areas such as chronic disease management, health promotion and illness prevention.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a inter-professional health care team, with other staff, other programs / organizations, and with clients and their caregivers / families.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to resolve conflict, problem-solve and build consensus.
• Ability to utilize sound judgment, good observation and assessment skills, tact and empathy.
• Ability to fact find, seek out information and / or resources.
• Ability to intervene in crisis or difficult situation.
• Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of applicable legislation.
• Ability to organize and prioritize care needs and delivery of care.
• Ability to maintain a commitment to continuing professional development as required by the employer.
• Ability to foster and promote good public relations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computers and software.
• Physically and emotionally able to carry out the duties of the position
• Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority.