Patient Care Coordinator (DC2 Nurse)

Position Summary
Our busy surgical unit at East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook, B.C. is seeking a motivated and organized Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) to support and lead the team!

As the PCC for our busy surgical unit, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the day to day running of the Oncology department, booking patients in for treatments, providing clinical support the team.

This is a Relief Full-Time position available until approximately October 30, 2024 or the return of the current incumbent. Days of work are Monday to Friday 08:30 to 16:30

What we offer:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation
• Medical Services Plan
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work-life balance
• Opportunities for career advancement

What Will You Work On?
PCC responsibilities include:
• Supporting/coordinating the seamless movement of patients through the healthcare system and in accessing appropriate resources.
• Supervising staff, as well as serving as a role model and a resource to staff for clinical decision-making, clinical assessments of patients and in the counseling and education of families.
• Reviewing, analysing and making recommendations on the development of administrative systems such as policies, procedures and standards of patient care and adequate staffing levels.
• Developing and maintaining a continuous quality improvement environment.
• Liaising with the interdisciplinary team for identification, coordination and efficient utilization of resources as well as planning for staff educational needs.


Interior Health offers many rewarding benefits and employee services to support you at every stage of your career.

If you think you would be an asset to our strong, welcoming nursing team, then we would love to hear from you!

Qualfications
Education, Training & Experience
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, advanced preparation in the clinical specialty of the assigned area (Chemotherapy)
• Three years of recent related clinical experience in the assigned practice environment
• Two years recent supervisory and teaching experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).