Indigenous Regional Discharge Planning Coordinator

Position Overview

Supports the coordination of Indigenous patient flow and related resource utilization within the assigned Service Delivery Organization and across services and sites as required. Functions as the Care Coordination contact point at the site level for system flow management and performance.

MAIN FUNCTION:

Under the supervision of both the Director, Health Services – Indigenous Health, the incumbent:

• Assists in the development, planning, and implementation of regional and provincial initiatives which improve patient flow.
• Develops expertise in Patient Flow Software and Bed Management applications.
• Maintains a regional approach to education and training in the use of the Patient Flow Software and Bed Management applications 
• Maintains a regional quality monitoring program related to the use of Patient Flow Software and Bed Management applications
• Participates in the planning, implementation, delivery and evaluation of projects and initiatives which relate to achieving operational patient flow performance targets.
• Maintains access to beds within sites as per regional developed processes
• Working with external rightsholders/invested parties to ensure safe discharge planning occurs through ongoing collaboration and resource building.

***This is a Designated Indigenous Position. This position may be held by someone of Indigenous ancestry who is First Nation, Metis, Inuit and/or Non-Status. Candidates will be required to undergo screening as required.

Experience

• Minimum 5-10 years recent experience working in an acute medical, surgical, or critical care/emergency environment required.
• Experience in an operational role, particularly with a focus on transition planning and practices preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in navigating multi-jurisdictional levels of government.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience of one or more areas where Indigenous health services are provided is required.
• Knowledge of, and experience in, applying the principles of Indigenous health care to health care systems is required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Baccalaureate degree required in a relevant Health Care Discipline. Masters preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered at the discretion of the Chief Operating Officer – Indigenous Health.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current registration with professional association/licensing body required (if applicable).

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in using computerized applications, including Microsoft products and patient flow software, is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to function independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a project team environment.
• Proficiency in concepts related to collaborative practice and inter-professional education and practice.
• Education in Lean Six Sigma or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and problem-solve.
• Must have the ability to work effectively and efficiently with computerized clinical applications.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in all Winnipeg Health Region locations (acute/community/long-term care) and to arrange own transportation.