RPN/RN for School Nursing Shift - 11am-4pm

Carekw; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare company is seeking skilled and reliable nurses for its Nursing Team in Southwestern Ontario. This role involves providing care in a school environment, performing various nursing duties, and working collaboratively with a healthcare team. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with training and mentorship opportunities offered to enhance skills. Competitive wages and benefits are also provided.

Benefits

Consistent hours

Continuous training and career development

Healthcare benefits program

Mentorship opportunities

RRSP Program

Qualifications

• Experience with G-Tube care and feeds is required.
• Tracheostomy and ventilation care experience is considered an asset.
• Experience in community nursing is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Perform assessments on patients' conditions.
• Teach patients and families health-related information.
• Monitor and document patients' conditions.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Health teaching

Documentation skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current CPR/First Aid Certification

Current registration with the College of Nurses

Job description

Overview

CareKW is looking for skilled and reliable nurses to join our Nursing Team to provide care in a school environment. CareKW is a local healthcare company providing Nursing and PSW Support established in 2012. Our mission is building better lives and shaping our community with dynamic care and enriching careers. Join the CareKW team of qualified, supportive, dynamic individuals who enhance the health of our community. We are looking for Nurses with a variety of backgrounds and skills. New graduates welcome! We provide training and skills enhancements with mentorship opportunities.

Location and Hours

Location: Waterloo

Hours: 11am - 4pm

Should be available Monday to Friday

We offer

• Consistent hours
• Continuous training and career development
• Competitive starting wages (based upon experience, education and responsibilities)
• Mentorship opportunities
• Healthcare benefits program
• RRSP Program

Role Includes

• Medication administration
• Perform physical patient assessments
• Perform patient and family health teaching
• Monitor, assess, and document changes in the patient’s condition
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Collaborate with the inter-professional healthcare team to determine and implement the patient plan of care
• Additional opportunities as assigned by Nursing Supervisor

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current registration with the College of Nurses, candidate must be in good standing
• Experience with G-Tube Care and feed is required
• Tracheostomy and ventilation care experience is considered an asset
• Experience in community nursing is considered an asset
• Valid work/study permit (if applicable)
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification
• Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 3 months of hire)
• Up-to-date Immunization Records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B, COVID-19)
• Excellent documentation skills
• Ability to follow client care plan
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent patient service skills
• Reliable transportation
• Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is considered an asset

While we thank all applicants that apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.