RN/RPN – NSM Trans Health Program - Couchiching FHT (Couchiching)

Couchiching Family Health Team
Position: RN/RPN – NSM Trans Health Program (Full-time, permanent, with benefits)
Reports To: NSM Trans Health Services Team Lead

Position Summary:

As a key member of the Couchiching Family Health Team (CFHT), and an integral part of an interdisciplinary health care team, the major role of the Nurse will help to improve access to health care for transgender individuals in the NSM Region. As a member of an interdisciplinary regional team, the Nurse will provide comprehensive assessments and follow-up to trans individuals in the community, ensuring continuity of care and access to specific healthcare needs, such as hormone therapy and surgical referrals. Applicable training through Rainbow Health Ontario will be provided as available. Reports to NSM Trans Health Services Team Lead.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing healthcare services for trans-identified clients of all ages
• Assess holistically and provide services to trans clients in all developmental stages
• Complete health assessments, including health history and physical examination
• Monitor the ongoing therapy of clients
• Provide health education and health promotion information to individuals and groups
• Consult with NSM THS Nurse Practitioner and Primary Care Practitioners in accordance with the standards for consultation with physicians, and/or refer the client to another health care professional
• Ensure all notes and client charts are updated in a timely manner
• Prepare quarterly reports and monitor daily statistical data to ensure statistics are reported to the Ministry of Health in a timely fashion
• Participate in CFHT and regional committees as needed
• Provide education on trans health-related issues to Primary Care Practitioners and service providers
• Maintain and upgrade knowledge and skills
• Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
• Work in compliance with Health and Safety laws adhering to safe work practices and procedures established by the CFHT
• Other duties as required

Skills/Knowledge Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an Interprofessional team, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Exceptional documentation skills and attention to detail
• A positive and professional attitude
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to multi-task and effectively set priorities
• Knowledge of trans population issues and resources an asset
• Adaptable to change
• Knowledge in current, evidence-based methods and practice of health care delivery.
• Excellent oral/written/interpersonal skills

Education/Specific Job Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Nursing required
• Current registration with the CNO
• Current membership with the RNAO preferred
• Certification in CPR (BLS-C)
• Current Ontario Driver’s License and access to reliable vehicle for travel to various communities
• Provide evidence of a clean driver abstract and proof of insurance
• Familiar with the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) Standards of Care
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings if required
• Police Record/Vulnerable Record Check
• It is a condition of employment that you receive the necessary vaccinations to protect against infection of COVID-19, or any similar infectious diseases, which may be recommended by governmental and public health authorities from time to time

Experience:

• Preference will be given to candidates with 1-2 years clinical nursing experience, preferably with the trans population
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and office applications.

The Couchiching Family Health Team supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The CFHT is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate in our recruitment process, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodations. The CFHT has an Accommodation Policy and Procedure to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. While we thank all applicants, only those contacted for an interview will be acknowledged.