Role:
The Geriatric Assessor in Primary Care is responsible to provide geriatric assessments and interventions in Primary Care settings. This will involve the development and implementation of new Geriatric Assessment clinics in Renfrew County and support system navigation for more complex clients. In addition, this role will provide individual coaching and group education to health and social service providers.
Qualifications:
- Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario essential
- CNA certification in gerontological nursing practice preferred
- Current expert knowledge in geriatrics and principles of evidence based practice
- Current experience in geriatrics, preferably in a community setting
- Excellent skills in performing geriatric assessments and interventions
- Strong knowledge of Specialized Geriatric Services and Community Support Services/Agencies in Renfrew County
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal communication skills (oral and written)
- Excellent facilitation skills with a variety of individuals and groups
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate, plan and deliver geriatric education to varied audiences
- Demonstrated experience in program development, implementation and evaluation
- Proven ability to work independently as well as effectively with all members of the healthcare team
- Must hold a valid Ontario driver’s license and have use of a vehicle
- Current Certification in BCLS
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products
Application deadline: 2024-02-22
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: $37.93-$54.37 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Renfrew, ON K7V 1P6 (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-02-22