Geriatric Care Specialist

1 week ago

Brampton, Ontario, Canada Home and Community Care Support Services Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team as a Geriatric Care Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive geriatric care to patients in their homes, hospitals, and long-term care facilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive geriatric behavior assessments using the PIECES framework and supporting geriatric assessments.
  • Liaise with care teams, including patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, to develop and implement individualized behavioral care plans.
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate and integrate care plans, ensuring seamless transitions between care settings.
  • Conduct Best Possible Medication Histories and share with care teams to ensure safe and effective medication management.
  • Work collaboratively with primary care physicians, geriatricians, and geri-psychiatric specialists to provide updates on patient status and recommend follow-up visits.
  • Address client and caregiver questions and concerns, supporting the behavioral management care plan.
  • Assess, consult, and treat as indicated, utilizing an ABOE (Assessment, Behavior, Outcomes, and Evaluation) approach.
  • Document assessments and care plans in CHRIS, OSLER, and HEADWATERS Hospital MEDITECH databases.
  • Participate in data entry to track program metrics and contribute to quality initiatives.
  • Act as a spokesperson for the organization, interpreting the role of the LHIN to clients, healthcare professionals, and the public.
  • Participate in the orientation of new staff and students, providing refresher training as assigned.
  • Assess and promote a safe environment for clients, caregivers, family members, and staff, adhering to health and safety policies and practices.
Requirements
  • Ability to assist staff and family members in developing and implementing behavioral care strategies and monitoring patient responses.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the LHIN's mission and values.
  • Working knowledge of community resources and roles of healthcare professionals.
  • Solid knowledge of healthcare-related legislation and practices.
  • Knowledge of direct care and case management models used in community healthcare organizations.
  • Knowledge of LHIN priorities, policies, practices, and service standards.
  • Registered Nurse (BScN or diploma) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
  • Completion of a Case Management Certificate is an asset.
  • Minimum of two years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a mental health setting and/or specialized geriatrics unit with experience in dementia care.
  • Specialized skills in assessment of delirium, dementia, and mental health, with knowledge of multiple best practices in these areas.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with diverse patient groups, including multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, and pediatrics.
  • Case management experience or recent related community experience.
  • Ability to speak French or another second language.
What We Offer
  • Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits.
  • Valuable development opportunities.
  • Membership in a world-class defined benefit pension plan.

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