Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), Visiting Nursing - Part-time 0.4

Temiskaming Shores & Area Chamber of; Port Loring; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated nurses to join their Visiting Nursing program. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential care in clients' homes, including assessments, symptom control, and education. The organization values respect, compassion, and excellence, fostering a supportive work environment that encourages work-life balance. Nurses will benefit from diverse assignments and ongoing training, making this position ideal for those who thrive in community nursing and value autonomy. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Experience with pediatric patients and diverse populations is essential.

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

Assessment Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Relationship Building

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): Port Loring

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 to teach and delegate 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 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 Demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.