Registered Nurse (RN)- Emmanuel House Hospice

Good Shepherd Hamilton & Toronto; Oakville; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading ministry dedicated to providing dignified care in a hospice environment. As a Registered Nurse, you will make an invaluable impact by supporting individuals and their families, ensuring top-quality care at a critical time, and contributing to a compassionate and empowering atmosphere.

Benefits

Support for continuing education and professional development

Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)

Staff recognition programs

Positive and encouraging atmosphere

Extended Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Experience with end-of-life care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide palliative care in a team-based environment.
• Work with patients and families during the end-of-life process.
• Manage pain and symptom issues based on evidence-based practices.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

BCLS certificate

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)- Emmanuel House Hospice

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Hours: Ability to work 12-hour shifts with a variable schedule.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd at Emmanuel House Hospice

How You Will Make An Impact

Emmanuel House Hospice is a ten-bed palliative care facility located in Hamilton that offers a home-like environment for individuals who are nearing the end of their lives. Support and care are provided in a team-based approach, including various interdisciplinary team members such as personal support workers, nursing, physicians, spiritual and psychosocial support. We embrace a person centered and holistic model of care and the importance of providing individuals dignity at the end of their life.

What You'll Bring To Our Team

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• BCLS certificate required or willing to obtain upon hire
• Experience working with individuals and their families in the end of life or with a life limiting illness
• Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to work with evidence-based practices related to pain and symptom management and end of life care are required
• Previous palliative care experience either in hospital based palliative care, hospice or other healthcare settings with knowledge of the death/dying process
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively as a member of an intradisciplinary team
• Enhanced Fundamentals of Palliative Care is an asset (completed or actively pursuing) an asset
• Resourceful problem-solver with strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent time management and ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail
• Demonstrated commitment to professional continuing education
• Excellent attendance record required
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
• Knowledge of harm reduction approaches to care
• Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset
• Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.
  
  

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE
• Extended Health Benefits
  
  

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework and we are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices.

Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview. Will require a vulnerable sector police check.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at .

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