Clinical Nurse – Case Management

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Nurse – Case Management is responsible for competently providing safe and effective care to Women and Children, with minimal supervision according to the comprehensive plan of care implemented by the by the Clinical Nurse Leader – Case Management. The Clinical Nurse – Case Management assesses care needs and liaises with the Clinical Nurse Leader – Case Management to provide the needed care. The Clinical Nurse – Case Management is responsible for ensuring that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard. The Clinical Nurse – Case Management participates in the supervision and teaching of more junior and new members of staff within the unit. The Clinical Nurse – Case Management is professionally accountable to the Chief Nursing Officer.

DEPARTMENT/BRANCH PROFILE

Case Management provides services to complex or high-risk patients receiving care at Sidra. Although case management is often initiated during the acute inpatient care phase, services are also provided in the outpatient settings to connect Sidra specialized clinics with primary care providers in the community. The case management team works collaboratively with the broader health care team to minimize inpatient length of stay by coordinating patient care across the continuum for patients and families with complex care transition needs. Clinical research focused on education, quality improvements and a culture of patient and family safety will be used to inform and guide best practice standards to assure safe, cost-effective and quality outcomes and contribute to Sidra’s reputation as a high reliability organization.

WORK ENVIRONMENT THE ROLE OPERATES IN

• Clinical roles are performed in an acute care hospital care setting.
• Physical effort required may include walking more than is typical due to the distances between hospital units.
• Physical risks normally associated with an acute care clinical environment.
• This is a clinical position.
• This role is patient facing.