Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering the best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site. 

ROLE

• Completes individual client assessment with respect to physical status, previous diabetes management and control, understanding of disease process and self-care choices based on the Stages of Change model
• Provides nursing education and follow-up related to diabetes management to clients as appropriate
•  Participates in classroom and individual teaching as required
•  Initiates appropriate client referrals to community agencies and/or other health care professionals as required
• Collects and reports appropriate program statistics including those for quarterly Ontario Health reports
• Provides nursing information regarding diabetes management to team members and other health care providers
• Plans, implements and evaluates appropriate program evaluation criteria related to nursing standards based on the clinical Practice Guidelines and Standards of Care for Diabetes Education in Canada
• Establishes appropriate linkages within the community, sponsoring agencies to promote diabetes awareness and education

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BScN) preferred 
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and certificate of competence with CNO
• Certified Diabetes Educator designation  

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in diabetes care
• Previous experience in adult education, patient counselling
• A minimum of 3-5 years in an interdisciplinary health care setting
• Proficiency in the use of computers and various applicable software (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, excel, electronic health records)
• Excellent time management skills
• Familiarity with diabetes technology such as blood glucose monitoring systems and insulin pumps
• Effective critical thinking, problem solving, organization and leadership skills

DESIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S):

• Insulin Pump training

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
• Extended health benefits (Permanent Full-Time only)
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Collaborative and supportive team environment 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Location: Multi-Site, working on site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Hours of Work:  Must be available to work shifts, including Monday-Friday day shift. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements. 

Recruitment Process

Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Please Note: Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

• Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled

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