Registered Nurse

SEOCHC • Ottawa • 1d ago

What We Do

The South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre (SEOCHC) is a community-based organization that has provided integrated, interdisciplinary team-based care for over 40 years. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of people who face inequities – by providing accessible community health and social services. We look to bring people together with the resources, expertise and services they need so that we can do our part to build a healthy, thriving community. At the heart of our delivery model are our shared commitment to equity and social justice, whole person health, community collaboration, heart driven integrity and evidence informed excellence.

Our talented, passionate team at SEOCHC makes a real and tangible impact on the lives of the residents of our community. We collaborate to deliver best-in-class services and care, and we’re looking for our next Registered Nurse to join us in our mission.

Overview

SEOCHC’s Preventative Care & Wellness Clinics for Priority Populations is an innovative program designed to provide accessible, equitable and high-quality care to our community. At the heart of our mission is a commitment to servicing vulnerable populations, including newcomers, members of the African, Caribbean and Black (ACB) community, LGBTQIA+ individuals and other underserved groups. Our Walk-in Clinic will provide locally informed, culturally responsive interventions and clinical care to advance access to healthcare services with a focus on health promotion, preventative care and culturally responsive prevention models including proven cancer and chronic disease screening models. Our clinic offers walk-in and virtual care services 5 days/week, including evenings and weekends.

The RN will work collaboratively with an interprofessional team, including NPs, RMs, LCs, social workers and administrative assistants, to provide education, screening, chronic disease prevention and wellness support. Given that this is a new program, the RN is expected to actively contribute to its development, including refining workflows, identifying service gaps, and ensuring continuous improvement in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Implementation Play a role in shaping the structure and processes of the clinic Identify and implement best practices for preventative care services tailored to priority populations Work with leadership to assess community needs and adjust clinic services accordingly

Clinical Care & Health Promotion Perform comprehensive health assessments, including gathering health histories, performing physical exams and checking vital signs Triage walk-in clients to prioritize care based on urgency and refer them to appropriate providers when necessary Provide treatment within the RN’s scope of practice such as administering medications, immunizations, wound care, POCT etc. Deliver health education and promotion tailored to the unique needs of clients with a focus on prevention and wellness Screening and education of chronic disease management Offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and harm-reduction care tailored to diverse community needs Complete timely and accurate medical records of client encounters and documentation Utilize evidence-informed approaches to promote health equity and disease prevention Support clients in navigating healthcare system and accessing appropriate resources Advocate for and connect vulnerable populations to community supports Participation in pop-up wellness clinics in the community Conduct client education sessions on topics such as diabetes management, smoking cessation, sexual health, nutrition etc. Implement and enforce PPE practices

Collaboration & Teamwork Work in partnership with interprofessional team to provide holistic, client-centred and integrated care Support the NP with referrals to specialists and other disciplines such as PT, OT, SLP etc. as needed Support the NP in completing forms for social supports, such as ODSP, WSIB, ADP etc. as needed. Engage with community partners to enhance service offerings and client support Participation in mandatory team meetings, education and training as assigned Work with the team to ensure clinic rooms are organized and well stocked Take lead role re: supplies and equipment

Data Collection & Quality Improvement Identify service gaps and contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts Support the development of protocols, procedures and evaluation measures for the clinic

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in nursing Registration in good standing with the CNO as an RN At least 3 years of experience working as in primary care, serving equity-deserving members of the community Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, organizational and interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment Ability to thrive in a busy and fast-paced environment Strong understanding of social determinants of health and their impact on health outcomes Familiarity with trauma-informed, culturally responsive and anti-oppressive care practices Strong communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Proficiency with EMR systems Vulnerable sector police check completed with the last 12 months Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required for employment Languages spoken other than English and French

Salary $72,290 - $85,048 (commensurate with experience)

What we Offer The Centre offers excellent employee benefits including generous leaves as well as Extended Health & Dental coverage. Opportunities for professional development. The Centre participates in the Healthcare of Ontario (HOOPP) pension plan.

Additional Information For more information on our Centre visit www.seochc.on.ca.

Please apply with your resume and a cover letter. Thank you for your time and interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Centre is committed to employment equity. SEOCHC will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to disability, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, and others with lived experience of systemic barriers to equity.