Position: MAID Coordinator - Nurse Practitioner

Work Type: Part Time

Location: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.

WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.

At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.

Position Summary :

The MAID Coordinator (Nurse Practitioner) is accountable for the development, implementation and supporting delivery of Medical Assistance in Dying services (MAID) for Grand River Hospital’s clinical programs. The coordinator supports health care providers, patients and family caregivers to access appropriate services and resources based on current legislative protocols and program specific best practice, and in accordance with the clinical and ethical standards of Grand River Hospital. Working autonomously and in a collaborative practice model with physicians, professional practice, advanced practice colleagues, patient relations and clinical leadership at all levels, the MAID Coordinator will coordinate all aspects of the MAID process including navigation of requests from internal and external sources, completing MAID assessments, providing MAID, assisting with documentation and reporting requirements both provincially and federally, and developing and maintaining a robust repository of education resources.

Position Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

· Must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class (EC) or eligible to write Extended Class exam

· Masters preferred

· Completion of an accredited controlled substance course according to College of Nurses of Ontario standard

· Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in a health care setting with a broad knowledge base in health systems navigation

· Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada and Ontario

· Completion of (or be willing to complete) the Canadian MAID Curriculum through CAMAP

· Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and assertively within an inter professional health care team and with community partners

· Well-developed communication, interpersonal skills as well as negotiation, consultation and client advocacy skills that keep the patient at the centre of the work

· Demonstrated ability to support patients, families and staff through crisis situations

· Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and teams

· Ability to be self-directed and work autonomously

· Ability to function within a collaborative practice model

· Ability to promote professional education and advances knowledge through research and scholarly activities

· Basic Cardiac Life Support required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support an asset

Preferred Qualifications

· Training and experience in project management

· Crucial Conversations or equivalent

· Understanding of communication styles and navigating difficult communication

· Canadian Nursing Association Certification in Hospice Palliative Care or relevant specialty certification preferred

· Post-graduate certificate and experience in palliative care

· 3 to 5 years’ experience in working with MAID, hospice or palliative care

Application Instructions:

INTERNAL EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY’S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

INTERNAL EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING EMPATH.

As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

Waterloo Regional Health Network is committed to fair and equitable employment in our recruitment and selection practices . We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.