Nurse (RN/LPN)

Nursing On Demand; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare agency is seeking dedicated nursing professionals to provide compassionate care in various settings. This role offers flexibility with scheduling while ensuring that nurses can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. Responsibilities include administering medications, providing emotional support, and educating patients and their families on care plans. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values both patient independence and professional growth. Join a team committed to delivering exceptional care and making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN or LPN license in good standing.
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families.
• Document nursing visits and maintain real-time reports.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Bedside Manner

Infection Control

Education

Current RN or LPN License

VNA Experience

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Documentation

Job description

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Would you like to be part of a new healthcare delivery model that will be like no other organization you have worked for?! We are a dynamic agency where you can make your own schedule; however, we do require one weekend day once a month.

We are looking for healthcare professionals who are willing to work full-time, part-time, per diem, or on-call.

We have two models of care: In-home and temporary staffing to skilled nursing facilities and assisted living facilities. You will receive the necessary training to ensure you are set up for success.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Nursing skills this position can expect to utilize range from assisting an adult patient (age 18+) who cannot care for themselves to more acute care such as: wound care, Rx reconciliation, vital sign checks, catheterization, ADLs, and more. We are committed to our patients and their families, providing emotional support to our patients and their families including last-minute needs, overnight care, and/or travel companionship.

This is an opportunity for a conscientious, self-motivated nurse with excellent organizational skills who enjoys variety in their work and environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The nurse is able to identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with the patient and their family within the scope of her/his licensure. The nurse sees patients in their homes or facilities we work with. Some of the tasks you may perform throughout your course of employment may vary; however, below is an example:

1. Safely and effectively administer medications, tests, and treatments as ordered.
2. Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
3. Promote patient independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
4. Assess patients by obtaining history, performing appropriate tests, and making or collecting observations from the participant and caregivers.
5. Arrange for or directly implement care plan interventions and testing, treatment, or other provider orders.
6. Oversee delegated tasks to ensure completion, monitor outcomes, and make adjustments to the care plan as needed.
7. Teach patients and families healthcare regimens and provide information regarding disease and wellness, tests, results, medications, diet, exercise, and other aspects of the plan of care.
8. Use sound clinical judgment to accurately assess patient problems during visits and respond with nursing interventions and by bringing concerns to the attention of the patient’s primary care team as appropriate.
9. Communicate clearly and professionally with patients and caregivers.
10. Maintain real-time documentation/reports during each visit, including thorough medical information.
11. Provide care and compassion for our elders with ailments – including Dementia/Alzheimer’s in our community and support caregivers to prevent burnout.
12. Document nursing visits.
13. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Current Massachusetts RN or LPN license in good standing.
2. Current Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable transportation.
3. Entry-level and experienced nurses will be considered. VNA experience is a plus.
4. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
5. Experience with documenting in the electronic medical record is strongly preferred.
6. Must be a fluent communicator (English); bilingual is a plus. Excellent clinical skills, bedside manner, infection control, nursing skills, physiological knowledge, administering medications, medical teamwork, multi-tasking, listening, verbal communication, health promotion, and maintenance.
7. Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
8. Must feel comfortable seeing clients in their homes and/or facilities.