Paediatric Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

The Care Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A home healthcare company is seeking a self-driven Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in Toronto to assist with a paediatric home care client. Ideal candidates have paediatric nursing experience and must perform various medical interventions, including G and J tube feeding. Strong interpersonal skills are essential as nurses will engage clients in age-appropriate play. Competitive pay rates from $37.25 to $40.25 per hour are offered, with a consistent schedule and additional training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

PPE provided

Educational Training Opportunities

Employee Recognition Program

Health and Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Valid Criminal Record Check completed within the last year.
• Negative TB Test completed within the last year.
• Ability to identify and report client care concerns.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including hygiene assistance and medications administration.
• Support patients with all applicable medical needs as outlined in care plans.
• Observe and document patients' medical health and responses.

Skills

Paediatric experience

Oxygenation

G and J tube feeding

Communication skills

Proactive personality

Education

CNO Registration and nursing certificate/diploma

Valid CPR/First Aid/BLS certification

Valid WHMIS2015 certification

Job description

The Care Company

The Care Company is a home healthcare 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!

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

We are looking for an awesome, self-driven Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to assist us with a paediatric home care client. Specifically, we are looking for someone outgoing and engaging with previous paediatric nursing experience.

Shifts/Scheduling Needs

• we are looking for one nurse who can commit to the below schedule on a consistent, ongoing, weekly basis for the foreseeable future:
• 11:30am-4pm Monday-Friday
• starting ASAP

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 Practical Nurse or Registered 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

Must have Paediatric experience with any of the following interventions:

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

Other requirements include

• Personable, outgoing personality type
• Willing and eager to engage the client in age-appropriate play
• Proactive personality type, someone who is willing to go the extra mile for their client
• 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 and nursing certificate/diploma
• 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/BLS 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.

• Competitive rates of pay ranging from $37.25-$40.25/hour depending on shift timing
• consistent schedule
• PPE provided
• 24/7 Nursing Oversight
• Educational Training Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Health and Wellness Program