Manager of Clinical-Informatics - must be an RPN

Manager of Clinical Informatics

Reports to the Director of Care and coordinates the RAI-MDS 2.0 process, monitors quality outcomes and CIHI reports, ensures compliance, and provides education and mentorship to staff.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee informatics on quality improvement and RAI-MDS 2.0 for new staff or students
• Provide education and software training on RAI-MDS 2.0, RAPS, subscale outcome measures, quality indicators, and reports
• Coordinate AIS certification for newly hired registered staff and annually thereafter
• Collaborate with management and interdisciplinary team members to develop processes ensuring data integrity, efficient data collection, assessment completion, and data utilization
• Establish data quality processes to evaluate MDS coding accuracy and timely completion
• Participate in the development of the annual QIP and progress report and in quality initiatives
• Understand the nature and meaning of quality indicators
• Coordinate the data submission process to the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI)
• Lead the Nursing Restorative program in the facility
• Mentor and coach Nursing Restorative Therapists
• Oriente new staff to the philosophy, policy, and criteria of Nursing Restorative Care
• Interpret legislative requirements for the nursing team and monitor compliance through continuous quality improvement activities
• Counsel staff on non‑compliance, inappropriate, and unprofessional behaviour
• Assist with completion of staff probationary and annual performance reviews
• Engage in learning that develops emotional self‑awareness and a person‑centered approach toward others

Qualifications:

• Registered health professional licensed under the Health Disciplines Act in a Canadian jurisdiction other than Ontario, with equivalent certification in Ontario under Bill 60
• Well‑developed written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge and experience with adult education strategies/facilitation
• Ability to identify training needs of team and individuals
• Proficient computer skills and strong problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to work with and relate to interdisciplinary team members and other internal stakeholders
• Knowledge of RAI‑MDS – AIS certified as RAI Educator; if not, must complete within one month
• Skills and knowledge in trending and analysing data
• Knowledge of Quality Improvement
• Minimum of two years experience in a long‑term care setting
• Preferred: at least two years of supervisory experience
• Evidence of focus on people’s feelings in interactions and ability to turn tasks into positive social interaction
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting individuals’ rights and risk reduction
• Provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check, including a Criminal Background Check, or be willing to obtain one
• Submit documented results of TB testing (within last six months or within 14 days upon hire) or a chest X‑ray (within last year)
• Provide two supervisory references
• Provide proof of all required vaccines; vaccination requirements may change as determined by the employer

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Employee benefits and perks
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Support for personal and professional growth

Starting annual salary: $65,000.