Registered Nurse

Job Summary

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs medical and diagnostic procedures such as venipuncture, electrocardiogram, spirometry, immunization, injections, urine BHCG, ears irrigation and throat swabs on as needed basis working as a part of a busy team of Physicians and Nurse Practitioners. Documents these activities accordingly in the client electronic chart.
• As delegated appropriately, conducts health assessments, including history and/or partial well adult/child exams.
• Assists with referral questions, including emergency referrals and follow-up appointments for medical specialists or the Emergency Room (ER). Supports external and internal communications, collects required medical and diagnostic documentation and communicates according to privacy code.
• Maintains accurate and timely records and encounter data in patient electronic medical record (EMR). Participates in chart and case review. Educates clients and provides information about available community resources.
• Triages (urgent) clinical phone calls as needed, collects and communicates information to assigned provider and performs timely follow-up with the caller. Responsible for matching client needs to available services.
• Does home visits for clients in need by checking vital signs, performing injections or providing education as needed/assigned.
• Assists well baby visits/ checks.
• Preserves confidentiality of clients’ private information.
• Identifies complex client cases, participates in decision-making processes based on (Primary Health Care) team discussions.
• Collaborate with the Intake Liaison to triage new Primary Health Care clients and support prioritization process
• Builds and maintains strong business relationships with partner organizations, participates in outreach to promote LAMP’s philosophy and is mindful of future partnership opportunities
• Develops health maintenance care plan with client and health care team by integrating information about client’s health status, clinical practice guidelines, and available community resources.
• Follows up with clients and providers as per MD and NP recommendations, pre and post appointment.
• Is able to identify and prioritize complex health and social issues.
• Ensures complete, accurate, and timely documentation of program activities and medical records.
• Monitors for accuracy, quality, and thoroughness through participation in chart reviews.
• Communicates information clearl y and concisely to clients and health care providers on a regular basis.
• Experience with case management and case coordination with members of the interdisciplinary team and services within the community.
• Identifies and builds relationships with various community partners.
• Provides learning opportunities to students, new hires, and colleagues.
• Recommends improvements to existing procedures/services.
• Facilitates teamwork and promote group effectiveness.
• Respects people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Other duties as assigned by Director/ Manager

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent combination of experience/education.
• Three to five years’ experience; preferably in community-based care.
• Intermediate experience and strength in application of motivational interviewing counselling techniques in an adult population.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and facilitate groups using principles of adult learning.
• Sound clinical judgement with regard to treatment recommendations.
• Superior problem solving skills and flexible, with the ability to prioritize and time manage in a very busy and demanding office environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively across all levels of the organization’s diverse workforce.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly convey information and ideas.
• Positive attitude and dependable with strong initiative and the ability to work both independently and in a team oriented atmosphere.
• Open minded, eager, and willing to constantly learn and improve one-self.
• Respect people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• First Aid and CPR is a requirement and must be kept current.
• Valid Driver’s License is an asset.
• Knowledge of LAMP Community Health Centre, South Etobicoke community or East Mississauga communities and/or priority populations
• A second language that is reflective of the community being served is an asset.

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