Nurse (RPN or RN) for Paediatric Home Care in the Durham Region

The Care Company Inc.; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A home health care provider in Oshawa is seeking a Nurse (RPN or RN) to provide complex care for pediatric clients in-home. The role involves a variety of shifts, including Sundays, and requires mandatory qualifications including being registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Competitive pay ranging from $33.25 to $50.75/hour. Ideal for those who enjoy making daily positive impacts in clients' lives.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

PPE provided

24/7 Nursing Oversight

Educational Training Opportunities

Employee Recognition Program

Health and Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Must be registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid certification within the past year.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in oral and written English.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one personal care according to the care plan.
• Monitor and assess vital signs, documenting and reporting as necessary.
• Administer medications and document findings in the eMAR.

Skills

Effective communication skills in English

Comfort with clients of varying ages and needs

Ability to identify and report care concerns

Experience in in-home/community care settings

Education

Active registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN

Current CPR and First Aid certification

Valid WHMIS 2015 certification

Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption

Job description

Job Description

The Care Company is a home health care company dedicated to creating A Better Life for Those at Home. We help individuals stay in their homes as long as they choose, and our talent lies in helping people Make Each Day Count. We are a company that prioritizes people and strives to improve every day. By working at The Care Company, you will be part of a growing organization helping individuals live well at home!

The Care Company is seeking a self-driven Nurse (RPN or RN) to provide complex care for paediatric clients in the home setting.

Shifts

• We offer various shifts, including day, evening, overnight, and weekends.
• Most Urgent Need: Currently seeking a nurse for a client in Oshawa, with consistent Sundays 8am-4pm shifts. The client has large dogs; candidates must be comfortable working in such an environment.
• Shift lengths vary from 4-12 hours depending on client needs.
• Please only apply if you can commit to a consistent, ongoing weekly schedule with no foreseeable changes. Consistency of care is paramount.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide one-on-one personal care, including bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, dressing, and feeding, following the care plan and scope of practice.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes, document all administrations in the electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR).
• Monitor and assess vital signs, document findings, and report abnormal readings or concerns.
• Support clients with oxygen therapy, G-tube feeding, and suctioning as per training and protocols.
• Assist with mobility and transfers using mechanical lifts or manual assistance, following safety procedures.
• Perform prescribed ROM and physical therapy exercises, assist with ambulation.
• Observe and document changes in the client’s condition, escalate concerns as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all care provided.
• Use and dispose of PPE as per infection control protocols.
• Follow organizational policies on infection control, safety, privacy, and conduct; report hazards or incidents immediately.

Requirements

The following are MANDATORY:

• Active registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification within the past 12 months.
• Valid WHMIS 2015 certification within the past 12 months.
• Negative TB test within the past 12 months.
• Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the past 12 months.
• Availability for various shifts, including holidays.
• Effective communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• Comfort and capability to care for clients of varying ages and needs, including both genders.
• Ability to identify and report care concerns.
• Experience in in-home/community care settings.

Complex care experience with interventions such as:

• Tracheostomy suctioning
• Ventilators
• G and J tube feeding
• Bi-pap or C-pap
• Cough assist
• Oxygenation
• Seizure monitoring

We can provide training for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates from $33.25 to $50.75/hour based on shift and designation.
• PPE provided.
• 24/7 Nursing Oversight.
• Educational Training Opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Health and Wellness Program.