COMMUNITY NURSE

Job Title                              :               Community Nurse

Based at                             :               Downtown Edmonton

Reports to                          :               Homeless Services Senior Manager

Hours of work                   :               24 hours per week (0.6 FTE)

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OUR VISION

Hope Mission has a vision that men, women, youth and children who come to our doors

would come to know Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Saviour.  

This vision can be fulfilled only if all staff is diligent

in serving, strengthening and uplifting people in the name of Jesus Christ. 

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POSITION SUMMARY:

This position functions as part of a diverse team within a Homeless Shelter/Addictions & Recovery setting. Patients present with various physical health concerns, mental health concerns, addictions as well as other social barriers e.g. homelessness, lack of income. The nurse case manager is a member of the health care team who utilizes the nursing process, critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills to provide holistic care to individuals and families.

The nurse assists clients to achieve their optimal physical, emotional, mental, spiritual health and well-being by assessing, coordinating, administering and evaluating the provision of health services and other resources in collaboration with the inter-professional team.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support to the doctors by addressing concerns that come up during visits that are beyond the doctor’s main responsibilities.
• Facilitate the development, implementation and ongoing administration of an effective, individualized plan of care in collaboration with the client, the doctor, and other care providers, ensuring the continuity of care across the continuum.
• Advocate and link clients to other resources as required.
• Assist clients with completion of documents e.g. AISH applications, treatment facilities, supportive living and other housing applications etc.
• Provide education for chronic disease management.
• Provide Naloxone kits and education to patients who request.
• Provide routine procedures and treatments including but not limited to wound dressings, suture/staple removal, etc.
• Uses working knowledge of common pharmaceuticals to counsel patients appropriately within a nursing context.
• Administer injections as prescribed by doctor.
• Facilitate doctor recommended ER referrals.
• Provide support and consultation to other Hope Mission staff and/ or clients as needed.
• Document all interactions with clients.
• Establish and maintain effective liaison with staff at Hope Mission, other agencies and stakeholders to ensure coordinated services are provided.
• Monitor and evaluate progress and outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS 

• RN Bachelor’s degree or RPN Diploma/Bachelor Degree
• Valid practice permit from CARNA or CARNPA required
• Training: First Aid, CPR
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a community or mental health setting preferred

Job Type: Part Time (0.6 FTE)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Performance Skills:

Highly detail oriented with excellent organizational skills

Motivated and have the ability to work well independently and within a team

Ability to work well under time pressure

Strong analytical skills and ability to perform critical analysis

Office Decorum:

Excellent communication skills (oral/written)

Superior listening skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and a full understanding of professional ethics with an emphasis on customer service (staff members in different departments, coworkers and peers)

• Being a Christian Organization we require our employees to be in agreement and sign the Hope Mission Statement of Faith  (http://hopemission.com/about-us/values/)
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada on a full-time basis.
• Able to provide Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
• A letter of reference from a church or ministry is an asset
• Adherence Hope Mission’s Policies and Procedures.
• Valid Driver's Licence (Class 5) and access to a reliable and insured vehicle.

START DATE:    Immediately   

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PLEASE SEND: 

1. Resume,  and
2. Cover letter stating why you would like to work in a Christian Ministry 

TO:  People and Culture, Hope Mission

Email:   

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  We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.