Registered Nurse (RN), NSWOC - Part-time 0.5

VON Canada; London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

VON Canada is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse with expertise in wound, ostomy, and continence care. The role involves providing client-centered nursing care, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with an interprofessional team. Candidates must be licensed in Ontario and have relevant experience in community care.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Ontario.
• Completion of WOC-EP program or equivalent required.
• Three years of wound care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide education and mentorship in wound care.
• Document nursing processes and client responses.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Health education support

Communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Quality management understanding

Time management

Education

Licensed Registered Nurse in Ontario

Completion of WOC-EP program or equivalent

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.5 FTE)
Program: Visiting Nursing
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 37.5
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings
On-Call: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse with advanced and specialized knowledge and clinical skills in wound, ostomy, and continence care who has graduated from a recognized education program is responsible for providing and managing client and family-centered, evidence-based, efficient nursing care to individuals and families in their homes and communities. The RN ensures care is provided within the framework of quality & risk management and the standards and scope of practice set by VON and relevant provincial regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs detailed holistic assessments of clients with wound, ostomy, and/or continence concerns.
• Develops treatment plans in collaboration with the interprofessional team based on holistic assessments.
• Provides education and mentorship to build wound, ostomy, and continence care capacity within VON.
• Offers consultation to care providers within the organization.
• Collaborates across the continuum of care with the interprofessional team.
• Shares clinical knowledge to enable informed health choices by clients, families, and communities.
• Stays updated on current evidence-based practices related to wound, ostomy, and continence care.
• Provides services in accordance with VON standards and provincial regulations.
• Documents nursing processes clearly, accurately, and according to standards.
• Records client and family responses to care interventions.
• Engages clients and families in health and service planning.
• Negotiates care delivery to respect client choices.
• Documents referrals, visit adjustments, and discharges based on sound data and guidelines.
• Refers clients to appropriate nursing and other health providers.
• Utilizes tools and resources efficiently and manages these resources effectively.
• Promotes client self-care, independence, and health education using adult learning principles.
• Contributes to policy review and development through involvement in professional organizations.
• Practices within the quality and risk management framework and health and safety legislation.
• Participates in creating and following up on client care plans to support quality improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Common Responsibilities

• Supports the goals and values of VON as a community care provider.
• Ensures a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with occupational health and safety laws and policies.
• Adheres to all VON policies, confidentiality, and privacy regulations.
• Works collaboratively within a team approach to service delivery.

External and Internal Relationships:

• Engages regularly with clients, families, and caregivers, providing education and support for independence.
• Participates in community and professional organizations to promote nursing best practices.

Education, Designations, and Experience:

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the province of practice.
• Completion of NSWOCC Wound, Ostomy & Continence Canada (WOC-EP) program, or IIWCC, or be a Master’s prepared APN with formal skin and wound care education.
• Three years of wound care experience in community or acute care settings preferred.
• Experience in community and home care is preferred.

Skill Requirements:

• Effective clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to support health education initiatives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Independent decision-making capabilities.
• Problem-solving and adaptive nursing interventions skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Understanding of quality and risk management principles.
• Effective time management skills for independent planning and organization.

Other Requirements:

• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check.
• Personal vehicle, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance.
• Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Availability for flexible hours.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

This role requires attention to detail in a dynamic environment, involving physical activities such as lifting, carrying (with proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements emphasizing good body mechanics. Tasks include walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and fine hand movements throughout the day.