Community/Visiting Nurse

CarePartners; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

CarePartners is seeking Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses to join our community health teams in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. Enjoy flexible full-time opportunities with a competitive wage grid and a sign-on bonus, supporting patients in homes, schools, clinics and retirement communities.

We offer comprehensive orientation, ongoing education, and a supportive culture focused on patient care. Travel is required, and a valid CNO registration is essential for practice.

Qualifications

• RN or RPN with current CNO registration and license
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Commitment to patient-centred care and safety

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an effective care plan for community health services
• Provide nursing services to patients in-person and virtually
• Deliver services in home, clinic, retirement home or school settings
• Communicate with patients, families and interdisciplinary team
• Perform other clinical duties as required

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English fluency

Education

RPN diploma

CNO registration

Job description

Who We Are

Sign on Bonus

Full Time - $1500

Part Time- $1000CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 24 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario.

Overview

Nurses working for us in community not only experience flexible scheduling and work-life balance, but they also appreciate the home care setting, where they develop meaningful relationships with patients, while preserving patient dignity and privacy.

Working within an extremely supportive and collaborative environment focused exclusively on quality of patient care, community nurses have the chance to exercise their full scope of practice, pursue specialization and champion innovative, award-winning health care programs.

We are looking for RNs and RPNswho desire great flexibility in their schedules.

Full-Time opportunities available within the Kitchener- Waterloo and surrounding areas!

What We Offer

• Practice within your full nursing scope
• Continuing education, certification and training
• Competitive wage grid that recognizes nursing skillset
• Flexible hours, autonomy over your schedule and a variety of assignments

Support

• Incredibly supportive, caring and inspiring culture
• Comprehensive orientation and hands-on mentoring from experienced, caring staff
• Up-to-date mobile devices with current scheduling and virtual technology

Added Value

• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
• Health & dental benefits, plus retail discounts and recognition rewards
• Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare

Wages

• For Registered Nurses (RN)- This position offers a competitive compensation grid, with progression based on hours worked and role-specific criteria. The RN hourly range is $32.08 to $47.38, and placement within the grid will be determined in accordance with company policies and procedures, as well as the candidate’s knowledge, skills, qualifications, and relevant experience.
• For Registered Practical Nurses (RPN)- This position offers a competitive compensation grid, with progression based on hours worked and role-specific criteria. The RPN hourly range is $27.17 to $33.37, and placement within the grid will be determined in accordance with company policies and procedures, as well as the candidate’s knowledge, skills, qualifications, and relevant experience.

What The Role Involves

• Developing and maintaining an effective Care Plan with respect to Community Health Services, independently or in cooperation with the Home and Community Care Support Services (HCCSS).
• Working with patients (both in-personandvirtually) to provide exceptional nursing services
• Providing services in a variety of settings which may include in-home, clinic, retirement home or school
• Communicating and liaising with patients, family members and others within the interdisciplinary care team
• Performs other clinical duties as required

What You Bring

• Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) diploma
• Current College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) registration in good standing
• A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our patients
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• A valid driver’s license and vehicle as regular travel is required
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• CPR Certification
• Current immunization record including 2 step TB test
• To protect our patients, we require a current vulnerable sector check and a clear background check

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.