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Nursing Coordinator/ Support Nurse

Carekw

Kitchener

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in community healthcare is seeking a Nursing Coordinator to support patients in Kitchener. This full-time position involves evaluating caregiver skills, creating care plans, and providing responsive care in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate is a registered nurse with strong leadership skills and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Healthcare benefits program
Group Retirement Savings Plan
Opportunities for career advancement
Supportive work environment

Qualifications

  • Must hold registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
  • Must have a valid driver's license and access to a car.
  • Up-to-date immunization records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B, COVID-19) required.

Responsibilities

  • Complete client intake assessments and maintain care plans.
  • Address caregiver queries and provide client-centered care.
  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication
Critical Thinking
Organizational Skills
Leadership

Education

Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse
CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

CareKW is looking for a Nursing Coordinatorto provide support to patients in our community. Continuous training, support and mentorship will be provided to develop competencies related to the role.

Responsibilities:

  • Complete regular caregiver skill evaluations, address concerns as appropriate in collaboration with Skills Manager
  • Address client or caregiver queries or concerns related to the provision of care (in person or by telephone)
  • Perform client intake assessments prior to the start of services and complete client update assessments as needed throughout the duration of service; communicate focus of intervention to client and family
  • Create and maintain client care plans based on client’s identified care needs; communicate changes in client’s health status or discrepancies in assigned care tasks to community care coordinator
  • Be flexible in covering open shifts and display willingness to adjust work schedule to ensure coverage in the community
  • Work with clients to establish meaningful goals to increase their function at home
  • Remain flexible to adjust work schedule to cover open shifts to meet client care needs
  • Work as a dynamic part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Assist with policy creation as needed
  • Be responsive to emails and calls as needed
  • Provide client-centered, family-centered care
  • Must be available for rotating shifts.

Requirement

  • Hold registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
  • Be willing to travel within an assigned geographical area
  • Must be available for rotating shifts and every other weekend.
  • Possess a willingness to enhance professional competencies in clinical assessment and hands-on skills through training and professional development in the workplace
  • Be a strong leader who is interested in bettering the skills of Personal Support staff
  • Possess confidence in their ability to uptrain staff, evaluate skills and enact disciplinary measures when appropriate
  • Be flexible in covering open shifts and display willingness to adjust work schedule to ensure coverage in the community
  • Possess good communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills in a professional setting
  • Hold a valid work permit (if applicable)
  • Possess a current CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Will be able to provide a clean vulnerable sector screening (VSS)
  • A valid driver's license and access to a car
  • Have up-to-date immunization records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B, COVID-19)
  • Hold a valid drivers license and have access to a vehicle

Benefits:

  • Competitive pay
  • Healthcare benefits program (Healthcare Spending Account)
  • Group Retirement Savings Plan Program
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Strong IT support
  • Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.

Location:
Main office (in-person position)
Full time
Shift Details:

  • Rotational shift
  • Every other weekend required
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