Utilization Facilitator (N4)

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Utilization Manager and Facility Program Director(s) - Medicine/Family Medicine and in close collaboration with the Facility Vice President responsible for Utilization, Physician Bed Manager(s), and Clinical Manager(s), the Utilization Facilitator is responsible for:

• Facilitating and coordinating the movement of patients through the admission, transfer, and discharge processes primarily within the Adult Medicine/Family Medicine Program, ER Program, and other clinical programs as required.
• Liasing between internal and external programs and agencies on matters related to patient movement.
• Participating in the development of guidelines and educational strategies related to patient movement.
• Participating in decision-making that results in an effective admission process and the optimal utilization of Program and facility resources.

Experience

• Minimum 4 years recent nursing experience.
• Recent acute clinical experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate from a recognized program in Nursing.
• Bachelor of Nursing degree required.
• Educational preparation in utilization an asset.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
• Demonstrated ability in utilizing computerized applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to function in a pivotal role, as facilitator in the patient admission / discharge / transfer process between patient, family, physician, Clinical Manager, members of the Interdisciplinary Care Team, other programs, community resources, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and maintain effective resource contacts.
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of staff (direct care, interdisciplinary team members and management)
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and problem-solve
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with co-workers, management, patients and families.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.