Overview
The Care Company is a home health care company that's purpose is to create A Better Life for Those at Home. We help individuals stay in their homes for as long as they choose, and our real talent is helping people Make Each Day Count . We are a company that puts people first and seeks to get better today. By working at The Care Company, you will be part of a growing company helping individuals live well in their homes!
The Care Company is looking for an awesome, self-driven and highly organized and detail-oriented Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse (RN or RPN) to assist us with a pediatric home care client. We have a paediatric client looking for overnight nursing care 10pm-6am on TUESDAYS, THURSDAY, AND FRIDAYS starting ASAP.
Shifts
- OVERNIGHTS 10pm-6am Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday ONGOING (same shifts, each week, every week, for the foreseeable future)
- Someone who can commit to the set schedule mentioned above with no interruptions to set weekly schedule
- Consistency of care is very important to us and our clients. We are looking for someone to join this family's care team long-term to support the changing needs of their son
- in-person training at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab will be required prior to starting with this client
Requirements
General Duties and Responsibilities :
- Adhere to providing personal care and help clients with their ADLs (hygiene assistance, bathing, and medications administration) that is within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse
- Provide exceptional patient care as outlined in their care plans, supporting patients with all applicable medical needs
- Meets the safety needs of the client and uses equipment safely and properly
- Assists clients with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as required
- Observe the patients' medical health as well as their physical and mental responses
- Functions within the limits of own experience and knowledge, and practices safely and competently within the job description
- Completes records and documentation accurately and thoroughly
- Correctly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure clients health and well-being
- must be able to commit to a consistent, on-going, weekly schedule of overnight shifts
Nursing Requirements :
Must have previous complex care with any of the following interventions :
- Tracheostomy Care
- G, J, and NG tube care
- Ventilators
- Oxygenation and monitoring
- BIPAP and CPAP
- Cough Assist
- Seizure monitoring
- Oral and Nasal suctioning
- Diabetes management
Other Requirements :
- Having previous trach, vent, g-tube, suctioning, and oxygen administration / monitoring experience is an asset.
- An asset if you own a vehicle and have a valid driver's licence (not required)
- Negative TB Test completed within the last year
- CNO Registration
- COVID Vaccination Receipts subject to an exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code
- Valid Criminal Record Check - must be completed within the last year.
- Valid CPR / First Aid certification
- Valid WHMIS2015 certification from the last year
- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English
- Ability to identify and report client care concerns to Care Coordinators when needed.
- Having previous Paediatric nursing experience is an asset
Benefits
- Competitive rates of pay ranging from $40.25 / hour-$50.75 / hour (depending on shift and designation)
- PPE provided
- 24 / 7 Nursing Oversight
- Educational Training Opportunities
- Employee Recognition Program
- Health and Wellness Program