Patient Flow and Transition Facilitator

Requisition ID: 414785  

Position Number: PATFLOW&TRANSFAC_99

Posting End Date: Open until filled

City: Selkirk

Employer: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority 

Site: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority - Selkirk Regional Health Centre  

Department / Unit: Patient Experience

Job Stream: Clinical  

Union: MNU 

FTE: 0.00  

Anticipated Shift: Days; Evenings; Weekends 

Salary: As per collective agreement 

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Regional Manager - Patient Access & Transition, the Patient Flow & Transition Facilitator is responsible for the following:

- Facilitates and coordinates the flow of patients through the admission, transfer and discharge processes within the Selkirk Regional Health Centre (SRHC/ IERHA.)
- Liaises with IERHA programs and sites as well as with other RHAs as required
- Participates in the education of staff nurses related to required admission and discharge planning.
- Facilitates presentations on utilization issues/ strategies to improve patient flow.
- Communicates effectively with all disciplines to ensure patient flow is optimal
- Works closely with the Regional Manager - Patient Access & Transition with the goal of efficient and appropriate placement of patients in the region
- Exercises initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities and most effective work methods to be employed.

The position of Patient Flow & Transition Facilitator functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Interlake – Eastern Regional Health Authority.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Nursing Degree required
• Current registration and a member in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba
• Current BLS
• Adult education related knowledge an asset
• Knowledge of all relevant legislation and standards
• Patient Flow & Utilization knowledge required
• Knowledge of panel process preferred
• Knowledge of the Home Care program preferred
• Two (2) years recent experience in acute care nursing
• Experience in community nursing as asset
• Patient Flow & Utilization experience required
• Demonstrated ability to function within the professional code of ethics, professional standards and legislative requirements of the profession.
• Ability to excel in an environment that is fast paced with multiple demands
• Ability to use an analytical and inquiring approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work effectively with others in a multi-facility and program system
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills
• Physical and mental ability to perform the demands of the job
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and programs
• Valid Driver’s license and vehicle
• Satisfactory employment record

Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification.

As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process.

Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.