Nurse

Hopes Home; Regina; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in childcare is seeking a Nurse for their Early Learning Center in Regina. The role involves providing hands-on medical care, collaborating with families, and ensuring the health and wellbeing of children with complex medical needs. Ideal candidates will have a valid nursing license and pediatric experience, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years pediatric experience preferred.
• Transferring, Lifting, and Repositioning (TLR) training is an asset.
• Experience with ventilators is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care including health assessments and medication administration.
• Develop and manage individualized care plans.
• Maintain regular communication with families and healthcare teams.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Critical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Education

Valid practicing license with SALPN, SRNA, or RPNA

Job description

The Nurse in our Early Learning Center provides hands-on medical care and adopts a holistic and inclusive approach to each child's health and wellbeing. As the primary caregiver for children with complex medical needs, our nurses collaborate with staff and parents/guardians to advocate for each child's needs, ensuring they reach their full potential. Hope’s Home nurses also play a vital role in fostering diversity and inclusivity through engaging conversations and experiences. Nurses in the Early Learning and Childcare centres report to the Manager of the Early Learning Centre.

Responsibilities:

Operational Duties:

1. Provide medical care within the scope of practice per valid license, including health assessments, medication administration, gastric tube care, dressing changes, wound care, tracheotomy care, and management of oxygen and ventilator equipment.
2. Utilize and adapt assessment tools based on individual needs.
3. Coordinate with outside agencies to ensure continuity of care.
4. Maintain emergency and assessment equipment.
5. Follow infection control protocols.
6. Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for all children, including those with complex needs.
7. Promote independence by helping children understand and manage their medical care.
8. Provide direct nursing care for children with disabilities or chronic diseases.
9. Develop and manage individualized care plans.
10. Participate in intake assessments and initial head-to-toe assessments for children requiring nursing intervention.
11. Maintain regular communication with families and healthcare teams.
12. In emergencies, accompany children to medical facilities if a second nurse is available.
13. Serve as a preceptor for new nurses and provide medical orientation to staff.
14. Build trusting relationships with each child.

Administration:

1. Assist with new admissions by obtaining health histories and creating medical charts.
2. Keep medical records current and accurate.
3. Document observations and progress notes.
4. Update forms regularly and complete required Ministry of Education forms.
5. Conduct narcotic med counts daily.
6. Ensure staffing ratios are maintained.
7. Educate staff, children, and families on medical topics and protocols.
8. Teach children about health topics appropriate to their age.
9. Train staff on emergency protocols through drills.
10. Collaborate with Public Health on communicable illnesses.
11. Maintain a clean and organized nursing station and manage medical supplies.
12. Support dietary needs in collaboration with the Nutrition Specialist.

Occupational Health and Safety:

1. Create a psychologically safe work environment.
2. Complete all required OHS training.
3. Monitor and address safety hazards.

Qualifications:

1. Valid practicing license with SALPN, SRNA, or RPNA.
2. Transferring, Lifting, and Repositioning (TLR) training is an asset.
3. Minimum 2 years pediatric experience preferred.
4. Experience with ventilators is an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Strong collaboration skills with staff, families, and external agencies.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. Ability to lead in emergencies.
4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
5. Organizational and problem-solving skills.
6. Critical thinking skills.
7. Flexibility and adaptability.

Working Conditions:

1. Monday to Friday, with varied start/end times between 7 am and 5:30 pm.
2. Physical ability to handle objects/persons of varying sizes.
3. Position changes throughout the day.
4. Use of adaptive equipment and outdoor work in all weather conditions.
5. Exposure to chemicals, sharps, blood, and body fluids.

Job Type: Casual

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 8 to 10-hour shifts, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Salary: Starting at $35.45/hr

Location: Regina South Early Learning & Childcare Centre

Application Deadline: Always accepting applications.

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