Part Time RPN/RN Position Available in Home setting - Evenings

Carekw; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Kitchener seeks qualified nurses to provide in-home support. The ideal candidate must be registered with the CNO and have strong interpersonal and documentation skills. Responsibilities include medication administration, patient assessments, and collaboration with healthcare teams. This role offers consistent hours, competitive wages, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Healthcare benefits program

Group Retirement Savings Program

Continuous training and career development

Qualifications

• Candidate must be in good standing with the CNO.
• Complete immunization record is required.
• Access to a vehicle is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform medication administration and patient assessments.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to implement care plans.

Skills

Strong documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Complex care experience

Education

Current registration with the CNO

Current CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

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

Attention all RN/RPNs we have a position for you! We are looking for qualified nursing professionals to provide in-home support in Kitchener. 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.

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 license for full-time nurses
• Company vehicle program (Upon Approval)

Responsibilities:

• Routine shift activities may include: Medication administration, tracheostomy or oral suctioning, enteral feeding support (g-tube feeds), assist with activities of daily living
• Perform physical patient assessments each shift (head-to-toe, respiratory, GI/GU, abdominal, cardiac)
• Perform patient and family health teaching regarding client condition
• Monitor, assess, and document changes in the patient’s condition
• Collaborate with the inter-professional healthcare team to determine and implement the patient plan of care
• Provide patient and family-centred care
• Additional tasks as assigned by Community Nursing Manager

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
• Must be available weekdays and every other weekend
• Must have complex care experience:
  • Tracheostomy suctioning
  • Ventilators
  • G and J tube feeding

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