Coordinator, Site Operations

Job title: Coordinator, Site Operations

Company: Island Health

Job description: Close DateLocationCampbell River Hospital – Campbell River, BC V9W 3V1 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End TimeWeekdays 1500-2300, Weekends and Stats 0630-1830Days OffRotatingVacancy TypeTemp PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$52.39 – $70.26Paid FTE0.57Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS40.94Planned Start DateAug. 1 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Nov. 30 2024Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)Required for Professional RegistrationJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to the Manager, the Coordinator, Site Operations, is responsible for the overall clinical operations and administrative management of the site after hours and on weekends, by supporting the various units/programs/services in contingency planning implementation related to patient care, staffing, patient placement and bed utilization.Provides site leadership and direction to staff in charge, multi-disciplinary teams and other health care providers. Coaches, mentors and supports staff to solve complex problems impacting patient care and safety. Monitors and assesses the efficiency and effectiveness of patient services and coordinates site operations in accordance with established policies and standards of quality and patient care.Directs the effective and efficient use of available resources, including alignment/realignment of staffing resources, providing timely decisions regarding bed access and patient placement, and implementing contingency plans to support patient safety and staffing in accordance with collective agreements and Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) policies and procedures. Supervises and evaluates assigned staff.Develops and maintains primary working relationships with internal and external medical and clinical healthcare providers, community agencies, management and administrative personnel. Addresses and supports resolution of customer service/client relation issues and promotes an integrated and seamless continuum of service.Interprets, monitors and adapts site policies and procedures to support patient service delivery goals and standards and participates in the development of VIHA policies and procedures and strategic planning for patient service delivery. Provides leadership for site quality and risk management activities.Travel and the use of a personal vehicle are requirements of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requriements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceBachelor degree in Nursing. Masters degree in Nursing preferred. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.Five (5) years’ recent related experience, including two (2) years relevant clinical experience, and two (2) years supervisory and health care management experience. Valid BC Driver’s License.Skills And Abilities

• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and evidence-based practice
• Comprehensive knowledge of health care disciplines and their role within health care
• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize work in a continuously changing environment, to identify variances and implement strategies to achieve desired patient care outcomes
• Ability to apply collaborative and systems approach to resolving patient flow and access issues utilizing critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to supervise
• Ability to coordinate care within available resources, including the ability to develop and modify staffing deployments
• Ability to effectively employ human relation skills including conflict resolution
• Ability to contribute to the professional and organizational vision as it pertains to clinical practice and patient care
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, collaborative practice and life long learning
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate change
• Ability to operate related equipment, including a computer utilizing a variety of software applications
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsAdditional ClausesBCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE. Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume). 1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting. 2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities. The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description.

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Location: Campbell River, BC

Job date: Sat, 21 Sep 2024 06:27:06 GMT

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