• 100 Frank Miller Drive, Huntsville, Ontario
• 75 Ann Street, Bracebridge, Ontario

The Geriatric Emergency Medicine (GEM) Nurse will collaborate with members of allied health team and external partners to ensure high quality, effective and efficient services and care is provided to the aging population. Their focus will be on those frail seniors who are at risk of suffering adverse events, loss of independence and admission to hospital or long-term care. The GEM Nurse will provide expert and targeted assessment and treatment services in the ED; they enhance linkage with hospital and community services and are advocates of the seniors they serve. As well, in their role as geriatrics educators and capacity builders within the ED, the hospital and the community, Geriatric Care Coordinator help to build the system’s capacity to ensure that frail seniors at risk receive the right care in the right place, at the right time.

ROLE

• Screening & Assessment: Implement standardized protocols to assess high-risk seniors in the Emergency Department (ED) and provide specialized assessments for frail elderly patients, including their health, function, emotional status, and home environment.
• Care Coordination & Consultation: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans, offer consultations on geriatric health issues, and ensure appropriate community linkages for services like primary care, long-term care, and community supports.
• Geriatric Education & Capacity Building: Serve as a resource and educator for ED staff, hospital teams, and the community on geriatric care, ensuring that frail seniors receive optimal, timely care.
• Quality Improvement & Best Practices: Participate in initiatives to improve senior-friendly hospital care and promote best practices in elder care, including timely discharge planning and implementing the Home First approach.
• Advocacy & Family Support: Assess and support the coping strengths of elderly patients and their families, advocate for the frail elderly, and help maintain independence and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)  

• Baccalaureate level preparation required.
• Master’s degree in nursing or Gerontology considered an asset.
• Registered nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• 3-5 years’ Emergency experience
• Additional training or experience in Gerontology is required, and/or suitable candidate commits to complete education plan for specialized Geriatric training

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S) 

• Working knowledge of Ontario Health and community resources
• Knowledge and skills in functional assessment and the assessment of physical and mental illness of the elderly
• Evidence of strong clinical knowledge and decision making 
• Ability to change, innovate, and be flexible in an ever-changing environment 
• Demonstrates excellence in interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and health teaching
• Ability to provide support evidence-based interprofessional patient/family centered care

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC 

• Ministry of Health’s Tuition Support Program for rural and remote communities
• Community Commitment Program for Nurses (you could qualify for $25,000)
• Signing Bonus! You could qualify for $7500 (Only applicable for external applicants applying for Permanent Part-Time and Permanent Full-Time positions)
• 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)

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Location: Multi-Site, working at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. 

Department: Emergency Department/Discharge Planning Team

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the collective agreement. 

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.
• Clean Criminal Record & Judicial Matters 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 identity as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.

Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume as either a PDF or Word document(s) to the posting listed on mahc.ca by 11:59pm on the closing date. If no closing date is listed the posting will remain open until a successful applicant has been identified. 

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.