Registered Nurse (RN), Days, Includes Weekends, New Grads Welcome (RPT 0.4)

VON Canada; Burk's Falls; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated visiting nurses to provide exceptional care in clients' homes. This role offers diverse assignments and ongoing clinical education, promoting a work-life balance within a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and teaching skills, a commitment to client autonomy, and the ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. If you are passionate about community nursing and making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a personal vehicle with a valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Experience with pediatric patients and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to individuals and families in the community.
• Teach and delegate tasks to different levels of workers and family members.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Health Teaching

Interpersonal Relationship Building

Problem-Solving

Education

Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

CPR and First Aid Certification

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Permanent, Part Time (0.4 FTE)
Program Name: Visiting Nursing
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 30
Work Schedule: Days, Includes Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: ONA
On Call: Yes
Location(s): Emsdale, Kearney, South of North Bay

Our Visiting nurses provide client care in the client’s own home. They provide physical assessments, symptom control support, palliative care, rehabilitation therapy, wound care, education, counselling to individuals and families, and much more.

Job Summary:

Nurses who join our team receive diverse assignments and ongoing clinical education and training opportunities. We support our employees by offering a work environment that strives to reinforce work-life balance. Corporate values of respect, compassion, and excellence are upheld. These positions will be of interest to nurses who value client teaching, communication, autonomy and decision-making, and find community nursing challenging and rewarding.

Responsibilities:

• Provide and manage high quality, appropriate, and cost-effective nursing care to all individuals and/or families in the community who are assigned to their care.
• Responsible for teaching and delegating tasks and functions to different levels of workers and to family members and others in accordance with the standards and scope of practice as determined by VON and the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Nova Scotia.
• Comply with all standards, policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Participate as a member of the health care team in relevant committees and working groups.

Qualifications:

• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification will be requested.
• Experience with pediatric patients with chronic conditions.
• Demonstrated skills in observation, critical thinking, independent assessment, health teaching, communication, and interpersonal relationship building.
• Excellent assessment, teaching, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience working in a diverse population including mental health.
• Must have a personal vehicle and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment.
• A vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements.

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details.