Primary Care Registered Nurse

Status : Full-time, Permanent

Vacancies : One

FTE : 1.0

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.

Location : Calgary Zone (Primarily work from home)

Benefits : Yes

Salary Range : $80,000 - $88,000 / year

The Calgary West Central Primary Care Network (CWC PCN) is a non-profit organization committed to a healthier future. We work alongside more than 490 family doctors to provide support for continuous health care.

The Primary Care Registered Nurse (PCRN) is a key member of the interprofessional healthcare team. Working to full scope of practice with a holistic approach, the PCRN assesses, educates, supports, refers, case manages, and evaluates patients in regards to their health promotion needs, mental health needs, and chronic disease management.

This role is primarily a work-from-home position with occasional in-person responsibilities; therefore, the successful candidate must be located within the Calgary Zone or the surrounding area (e.g., Cochrane, Chestermere, Airdrie, etc.).

Responsibilities

Clinical expertise

• Counsel and guide patients on symptom management, health maintenance, and rehabilitation strategies, as well as risk factors and lifestyle changes, and involve them in decision-making and self-management.
• Provide and coordinate screening for health issues such as diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, cardiovascular health, mental health, and cognitive function.
• Work collaboratively with the interprofessional team to identify, plan, implement, and measure patient-centred health improvement goals.
• Implement and facilitate groups for health promotion.

Patient-centred care

Quality improvement

Requirements

Education : A bachelor’s degree in nursing is required. Education in mental health and chronic disease management is a strong asset. Professional education related to quality improvement (QI) in the workplace is an asset.

Experience : Experience in broad clinical practice, including specific experience in mental health, chronic disease such as diabetes, hypertension, weight management / fitness, respiratory (asthma, COPD) management, and women’s health, is required. Clinical experience in a primary care setting is an asset. Previous experience in patient teaching or group facilitation is an asset. Experience with successful QI initiatives in the workplace is an asset.

Certifications : Current CRNA registration and membership in good standing is required. Canadian Diabetes Educator (CDE) certification or willingness and eligibility to complete is an asset. Additional certifications in chronic disease management (e.g., Certified Respiratory Educator) are an asset.

Technical : Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and EMR systems. Experience in and / or willingness to learn collaboration software and virtual care platforms.

CPR : Current BLS Level C CPR / AED issued by the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Background check :  A clear Criminal Background check with Vulnerable Sector check is required to start. If you have resided outside of Calgary in the past 12 months, you will need to contact the local police or RCMP detachment in your previous residential municipality to obtain a full report.

Benefits

Why work for us?

We have been recognized as an Alberta Top 80 Employer for 2024. Employees of the CWC PCN enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package that includes employer-paid premiums for health and dental benefits, health spending / wellness account, eligibility to contribute to our group RRSP plan and receive an employer match, flexible working options, generous vacation and personal time off allowances, education days, as well as professional development opportunities.

The CWC PCN is a leader in the provision of primary care through collaboration, innovation, and teamwork, creating healthy patients and satisfied providers.

The CWC PCN is committed to providing a physically, emotionally, and psychologically safe environment for all workers, patients, and visitors. We are also committed to promoting policies internally that ensure team members across the organization feel they belong and can perform to their best capacity in a supportive and respectful work environment.

How to apply

To apply to this position, please submit your application to the posting on the CWC PCN website. When you apply, please include the following :

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those who apply through the CWC PCN website will be moved forward in the recruitment process. This is a necessary step as we require important information from our application form.

Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered and decisions are merit-based. We invite applicants of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender / gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family / marital status, and physical and mental disabilities.

The CWC PCN welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities or those needing an accommodation based on any other protected ground. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. To request an accommodation, please email  careers@cwcpcn.com .

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting will remain open until the role is filled.