Obstetrical Nurse (RN)- 0.2 FTE – Primary Care

The Obstetrical Nurse is a Registered Nurse who will work collaboratively within a family practice environment to enhance the delivery of primary care services in alignment with the Patient’s Medical Home Model of Care, with particular focus on obstetric patients. This is a 0.2 FTE casual position.

• Facilitate continuity of care and support comprehensive team-based care under the supervision and leadership of the primary care physician(s)
• Coordinate and manage patients’ care within professional scope of practice
• Utilize a patient and family-partnered care approach to care delivery which ensures that patients/families are partners in their health care planning and treatment
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with primary care physicians, PCN team members, health care professionals from external agencies, and contacts at other health/social care organizations
• Integrate best practices in the maintenance and management of patient panel(s)
• Organize and standardize the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software for optimal use
• Assist in reviewing and providing feedback for developing clinical policies and protocols
• Utilize quality improvement activities to improve care delivery
• Attend relevant PCN education and training opportunities, interdisciplinary team meetings, and nursing meetings as required
• Provide education and counselling on chronic diseases, preventative care, and other health conditions
• Offer wound care, injections, ear syringing, fetal heart monitoring and other clinical skills as required and directed by physician
• Routinely review chronic disease registries to ensure patients are completing routine screening and managing health conditions
• Identify patients who are due for preventative screening measures (Alberta Screening and Prevention)
  • Work collaboratively with physician to provide requisitions and follow up for same
• Provide routine follow up to patients after medication or lifestyle changes
• Coordinate referrals to PCN programs and community agencies

• Fluency in English language (written and verbal)
• Computer skills: email, MS Word, MS Excel, EMR software
• Effective teaching and communication skills
• Knowledge of Nursing Competency Profile and Standards of Practice
• Ability to recognize change in a patient’s health status and act accordingly
• Ability to maintain accurate records in line with practice policy
• Ability to make evidence-based decisions in accordance with best practice guidelines
• Knowledge of privacy legislation and associated obligations within a health care setting
• Ability to build collaborative and respectful relationships with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals
• Awareness of the Patient’s Medical Home Model of Care, social determinants of health, Alberta Screening and Prevention maneuvers (ASaP) and principles of self-management
• Ability to occasionally work outside of normal business hours
• Use of vehicle for business use will be required which necessitates possession of a valid Alberta driver’s license and access to a motor-vehicle insured for work-related travel
• Registered with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta and in good standing
• Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification – BLS for Health Care Providers
• Experience working in a care team preferred
• Experience working in obstetrics

• Please email your resume, cover letter, and professional references to m.dybaylo@coldlakepcn.ca
• Please include the Reference ID in the subject line of the email
• All candidates will be required to undergo a security clearance check

The Cold Lake PCN thanks you for your interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Cold Lake PCN is an equal opportunity employer. The Cold Lake PCN welcomes applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

This position will remain open until filled.