Geriatric Emergency Nurse

Job Description

Reporting to the Operations Leader, Emergency Department (ED), demonstrates expertise and role models best practice direct care skills in the assessment and medical management of acutely ill seniors with complex care needs who present to the ED. Teaches patients and families self care, promoting their own abilities to develop and maintain healthy behaviours within the context of an illness or disease. Develops, implements and evaluates approved patient education programs. Consults with members of the Geriatric Care Team and ED interdisciplinary health care teams to provide education and direction in the management and interventions required in caring for an acutely ill senior. Provides visible and accessible clinical support to the staff by acting as an education resource and role model. Develops, implements and evaluates education programs and patient education materials.