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Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertSupervisor District Operations - Access and FlowReq ID: 202361Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital Department: OPEZ Patient FlowType of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment ( 100% ) x 1 Management/Non Union P ositionPosting Closing Date: Open Until FilledNova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. Were on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there''s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you''ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.About the OpportunityEarly identificationof patients requiring complex discharge planning case management through high-risk screening criteria, bullet rounds, and referralsAssessmentof patients medical, functional, cultural, and psychosocial needs, family issues/dynamics, and extent of community resources in light of input/assessments from the multidisciplinary pod and community partners re: identified needs and care options to facilitate the transition through care continuumPlanningwhich is a dynamic process and involves continuous review and communication of potential plans and timelines in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, client/SDM, family, and community agencies/facilitiesFacilitationof safe patient discharge throughongoing assessment, case coordination, and development of appropriate discharge plans.Included but not limited topatient/family education; referral and completion of application to specialized treatment programs; coordination of family meetings; coordination of legal/financial capacity or SDM issues. Participation in bullet rounds, Joint Discharge Operations JDO- meetings, and (where appropriate) weekly multidisciplinary team rounds. Ongoing review and monitoring of ALC designation; and ongoing re-evaluation of discharge plan especially if other special needs identified, e.g. significant behavioral/psychiatric concernsAdvocateto identify gaps in services, the need for individualized program consideration, and system-level changes required to meet the changing needs of the patient populationActivities:Participate in unit-based rounds and conferencesParticipate in weekly Joint Discharge Operations MeetingsMaintain an in-depth knowledge of community resourcesActively seek out new resources specific to patient/family needs and share these with other team membersParticipate and contribute to departmental and program-specific meetingsAbout YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:Registered with the appropriate College or Professional AssociationBaccalaureate Degree in Health Related Field - Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social WorkMinimum of 3-5 years experience in Acute Care SettingPrevious management experience would be an assetDemonstrated knowledge of services provided within Nova Scotia HealthUnderstanding of Utilization ProcessDemonstrated ability to communicate effectivelyEvidence of ongoing relevant educationDemonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to maintain good relationships with patients, physicians, and hospital staffDemonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the positionAttendance records may be reviewedComputer skills necessary to interpret dataCompetencies in other languages an asset, French preferredPlease ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.HoursLong assignment Full-time position, 75 hours biweeklyShifts include evenings,nights, weekends, and holidaysTravel to various sites may be requiredCompensation and Benefits$40.95 - $54.42 HourlySuccessful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.Once You''ve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Job Segment: Occupational Therapy, Therapy, Travel Nurse, Rehabilitation, Manager, Healthcare, Management #J-18808-Ljbffr