Nurse Practitioner - Sickle Cell Disease Program

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our work led by the Organizational Development and Diversity Department on our Leading edge Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar and our innovative Health Equity Certificate programs. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023! Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Position Overview:
Reporting to the Director of the Women and Children’s Team, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) role in the Sickle Cell Disease program is responsible for providing clinical care to support both paediatric and adult patients at SHN. The NP will work in both the paediatric and adult Sickle Cell Disease clinics with the interprofessional teams to provide seamless care for patients with Sickle Cell Disease. The NP will take a leadership role to develop, enhance, and initiate care pathways in the ED, inpatient, and clinic areas for this patient population with a direct follow-up with specialists and primary care providers. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to learning about inequities and social issues encountered by patients with Sickle Cell Disease and developing action plans and collaborating with community partners in the care plan.

Responsibilities:

• Practice in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act, the Practice Standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario and standards set out for the Nurse Practitioner
• Perform patient assessments, medical history, physical, and psychosocial assessments
• Develop and monitor care plans with patients/families, cross-department and the interprofessional team
• Provide comprehensive assessments, interventions, monitoring, and follow up for acute and chronic illnesses related to Sickle Cell Disease
• Actively participate in the Sickle Cell Disease Community of Practice and Sickle Cell Disease committee meetings
• Develop linkages with external partners as appropriate to ensure continuity of care
• Provide input and support in the development and implementation of Ontario Health’s Sickle Cell Disease Quality Standards
• Provide follow-up support to patients in the ED, inpatient unit, and outpatient setting when appropriate
• Liaise with community partners, specialists and primary care providers in the continuum of care for SHN patients
• Assist in reducing emergency department re-admits and facilitate expedited transfers from the emergency departments
• Provide staff education for capacity building in the ED, inpatient, and outpatient teams to enhance competency for care management
• Provide leadership and promote excellence in patient-centred care through expert practice, education, consultation, research, and quality improvement
• Document and utilize reports utilizing SHN Clinical Information System - EPIC
• Utilize the protective equipment provided and identifies and reports hazards

Requirements:

• Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
• Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma in Primary Health Care
• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario within the RN (Extended Class)
• Must have professional Liability Protection (RNAO or equivalent)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required
• 3-5 years of experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with physicians, inter-professional team members, and other stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and experience advancing EDI objectives
• Ability to promote professional education and advanced knowledge through research and evaluation/quality improvement activities related to the care of patients throughout the continuum
• Demonstrated clinical leadership skills to organize and coordinate the care of patients in collaboration with their caregivers
• Demonstrated time management skills with the ability and flexibility to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Advanced nursing assessment skills and sound knowledge of clinical therapeutics related to Sickle Cell Disease
• Effective patient/family counselling skills
• Experience in acute and chronic pain preferred

Assets

• Ability to speak another language
• Experience caring for patients with Sickle Cell Disease
• Paediatric experience

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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