Part Time Overnight RPN/ RN Position Available in Facility Environment

Carekw; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Kitchener is seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) and Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) to enhance patient care. You will supervise support workers, implement care plans, and promote patient participation in activities. The ideal candidates will hold a current CNO registration and CPR certification, and access to a vehicle is a plus. This role offers competitive wages and continuous training.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits program

Group Retirement Savings Program

Competitive wage

Continuous training and career development

Qualifications

• Must have valid work/study permit if applicable.
• Complete immunization record required.
• Access to a vehicle is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of daily living and direct Personal Support Workers.
• Implement nursing care as outlined in care plans.
• Communicate patient care needs to the unit supervisor.
• Provide direct patient care including medication administration.
• Encourage patient participation in therapy programs.

Skills

Strong documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical skills

Education

Current registration with the CNO

Current CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

CareKW is growing and looking to expand in Guelph, ON. We are recruiting RNs and RPNs to provide support to patients in a facility environment. CareKW is focused on creating a team of qualified individuals to enhance the health of the community and our clients. We are open to Nurses with a variety of backgrounds and training expertise.

We are searching for candidates that would be available for:

• Overnight shifts
• Should be available every other weekend

The CareKW Difference

• Consistent hours
• Continuous training and career development. Offering new graduate mentorship program and on-going support
• Offering orientation and professional development workshops
• Offering in person shadow shifts with experienced Nurses to enhance competencies related to patient care
• Competitive wage
• Healthcare benefits program (Healthcare Spending Account)
• Group Retirement Savings Program
• Reimbursement for renewal of annual nursing licence for full-time nurses
• Company vehicle program (Upon Approval)

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of daily living and provide direction to the Personal Support Workers on the unit.
• Implement nursing care as outlined in the patient specific care plan.
• Communicate patient care needs and changes in patient status to the unit supervisor/Director of Nursing
• Provide direct patient care as outlined in the patient’s care plan including but not limited to administration of medication, completion of treatments, and patient teaching related to care needs.
• Complete patient admission
• Encourage active participation of patients in therapy programs and recreational activities.
• Liaise with physicians and other members of the interprofessional care team to ensure resident care needs are met
• Practice within the scope of practice set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)

Role Requirements

• Current registration with the CNO, candidate must be in good standing
• Valid work/study permit (if applicable)
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification
• Complete immunization record (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B)
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Screen (within 3 months of hire)
• Strong documentation and clinical skills
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Access to a vehicle is considered an asset

While we thank all candidates who apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted.