RN/RPN - Palliative Program

3 days ago

Toronto, Canada VHA Home HealthCare Full time
VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: "Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home." Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, "The freedom and flexibility can't be beat." Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us "I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home."

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Pay Range

Commensurate with Experience.

The Palliative Care Program is dedicated to delivering comprehensive home nursing services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, families, and groups facing end-of-life circumstances. Our team of skilled nurses is committed to elevating the standard of care for palliative clients, with a primary focus on proficient symptom and pain management. Through our specialized services, we aim to enhance the overall quality of life for individuals receiving palliative care.

Please note that this is a visiting nurse opportunity, regular travel and driving are integral components of the position. We are looking for those who live in the Durham region, Scarborough, or North York area.

There is a $2000 Sign-On Bonus for full-time nurses in Durham

Key Areas of Accountability

VHA's Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) and Registered Nurses (RN) are required to do the following tasks, but not limited to:

Assess, Monitor, and Makes Care Planning/Care coordination

Evaluates care plan interventions through on-going reassessment and evaluation results.

Ensures the quality of care of patients by identifying and acting on factors which affects practice autonomy and delivery of quality care.

Demonstrates professionalism, leadership, judgment, and accountability in interactions with client and families.

Supports client safety care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement.

Informs nursing supervisor of any client activities and relevant concerns or changes in the client or the client care plan and informs/submits appropriate documentation to the case coordinator.

Maintains documentation standards according to the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Required Qualifications:

Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).

Membership of your Professional Association preferred (RNAO/WeRPN).

RPN diploma/degree or RN degree from a recognized university or college.

Valid First Aid or CPR Certification.

Preferences are given to candidates who have completed their Fundamentals of Palliative Care, LEAP, and/or CAPCE courses or work on these certificates within 1 year of hire with VHA.

Acute Care and Medical-Surgical nursing experience is an asset.

Knowledge of community nursing is an asset.

Demonstrate effective communication (written and verbal) and documentation skills.

Demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, and availability for the role.

Commitment to modeling lifelong learning and professional growth and can apply critical thinking skills to provide client care.

A valid Ontario driver's license (G License) and a reliable vehicle for traveling is required.

What makes VHA's compensation unique?

Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees

Compensation for education and professional development

VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career

Mentorship and peer support

Career development opportunities

Employee and family assistance program

Wellness resources

Perks & discounts

Staff & service provider events

Accommodation and VHA's commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

How to Apply?

Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We'll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we're passionate about providing spectacular care.

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