CCHS Facility: Cleveland Clinic Canada

Department: Concierge Medicine

Job Title: Concierge Medicine Nurse (RN/RPN)

Position Reports To: Program Manager, Concierge Medicine

ABOUT CLEVELAND CLINIC

As a global, academic medical centre, Cleveland Clinic has provided world class patient care to people from around the world since 1921. Cleveland Clinic Canada, the Canadian location of the Cleveland Clinic, opened in 2006 and has two locations in downtown and midtown Toronto. Our multi-disciplinary team of clinicians provides a variety to help our patients’ age well and move better. To learn more visit www.clevelandclinic.ca.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Lead, Nursing and the Program Manager Concierge Medicine, the Concierge Medicine Nurse is an important member of the Concierge Medicine healthcare team. The Concierge Medicine Program provides patients with ongoing care and access to a dedicated team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent patient assessment, education and triaging skills.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Ontario immunization guidelines.
Working experience with EMR software (preferably EPIC) and web-based applications.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a patient-focused care environment within a multidisciplinary team.
Phlebotomy knowledge is an asset.

Required Length and Type of Experience

At least 3 years of recent acute care experience, preferably in a hospital setting, as a Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse.

Required Licensure, Certification or Registry

Current registration as a Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Must have current BCLS certification.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides professional nursing care to a specific patient population utilizing the nursing process. Patient assessment includes measuring vital signs. Communicates patient concerns to physician and/or appropriate resources.
Performs a variety of procedures such as ear irrigation, suture/staple removal,nasopharyngeal specimen sampling, intramuscular injections, as well as assists physicians with Pap smears.
Administers and records immunizations. Educates patients regarding possible side effects.
Performs or assists with various procedures as competency and training permit (e.g.audiometry and visual acuity testing, spirometry, phlebotomy, and Specialist Clinics procedures).
Triages patient phone calls and emails appropriately. Assesses patients’ health needs andschedules patient consults as required. Communicates patient concerns to physician and/or appropriate resources.
Manages prescription renewals when required (pro-active prescription management).
Acts as a case manager, working closely with the physician to establish a follow-up plan for patients, ensuring appointments are made and following up on all results, referrals and consult letters.
Discusses test results and responds to questions pertaining to health promotion and disease prevention. Adapts education to meet patients’ needs.
Acts as a patient advocate and liaison between patient, family and members of the healthcare team. Assesses home support network of patients, utilizes resources effectively and efficiently promoting quality patient care.
Actively maintains infection control as well as a safe working environment.
Maintains accurate, concise and confidential electronic medical record documentation (i.e.EPIC) pertaining to patient history and encounter data.
Demonstrates leadership skills in the coordination and provision of healthcare. Takes responsibility for identification of own professional growth and development needs. Meets all departmental/organizational education requirements.
Interacts with patients, physicians, staff and other caregivers in a caring, compassionate and supportive way. Resolves difficult conversations or situations in a mature and professional manner with input from others as needed.
Available to participate in an after-hours on-call coverage schedule with a Concierge Physician that includes weekends and holidays

CCHS ORGANIZATION-WIDE COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS:

All employees are expected to meet the standards of performance outlined in the Organization-Wide Competencies listed below as applied to the position.

Customer Service Orientation includes attitude, behaviour, interpersonal skill, and problem solving that enable an employee to respond to internal and external customer needs and expectations in a positive manner.

Adaptability includes teamwork, flexibility needed to fulfill job responsibilities, adapting to changes in work environment and accepting supervisory feedback.

Efficiency and Effectiveness includes quantity and quality of desired work, as well as organization skills necessary to perform successfully.

Essential Job Requirements includes adherence to all relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines affecting the work environment, as well as maintenance of required competencies and communication skills.

Managerial Responsibilities (if applicable) includes overall accountability for assigned work group relative to operational goals, personnel requirements, and budgetary constraints.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Extended health care
Wellness program

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
On call

Application question(s):

Are you willing to be on call 24/7 for a period of 7 days?

Experience:

Primary Care/ Triageing: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

BLS Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Cleveland Clinic Canada

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