Support Nurse/Nursing Coordinator

CareKW; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits program (HSA)

Group Retirement Savings Plan

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work env

Strong IT support

Meaningful work in patients' lives

Job summary

CareKW is seeking a full-time Support Nurse to provide patient and staff support in the KWC area, based in Waterloo. The role includes continuous training, mentorship, and competencies development.

Compensation ranges per hour with rotating weekends and a strong emphasis on team-based care. You will evaluate caregiver performance, address client inquiries, perform intake assessments, and develop care plans.

Qualifications

• Be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario as RN or RPN.
• Willing to travel within an assigned geographical area.
• Rotating shifts between 6AM and 11PM, and every other weekend.
• Committed to developing competencies through training and professional development.
• Strong leadership to uptrain staff and address performance when needed.
• Flexibility to cover open shifts and adjust schedules for community coverage.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Hold a valid work permit (if applicable).
• Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Provide a clean Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS).
• Have a valid driver's license and access to a car.
• Up-to-date immunization records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B, COVID-19).

Responsibilities

• Complete regular caregiver skill evaluations with the Skills Manager.
• Address client or caregiver queries related to care provision.
• Perform client intake assessments and updates; communicate intervention focus.
• Create and maintain client care plans; report changes to the coordinator.
• Cover open shifts and adjust work schedule to ensure community coverage.
• Assist clients to set goals to improve function at home.
• Collaborate as a dynamic member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with policy creation when needed.
• Respond to emails and calls as needed.
• Provide client-centered, family-centered care.
• Be available for rotating shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Organization

Education

RN or RPN registered with CNO

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

CareKW is looking for a full time Support Nurse to provide support to patients and staff in the KWC area. Continuous training, support and mentorship will be provided to develop competencies related to the role.

Shift Details:

• Location: Waterloo
• Pay Range: $35.26 - $38.36 per Hour
• Every other weekend required

Responsibilities:

• Complete regular caregiver skill evaluations, address concerns as appropriate in collaboration with Skills Manager
• Address client or caregiver queries or concerns related to the provision of care (in person or by telephone)
• Perform client intake assessments prior to the start of services and complete client update assessments as needed throughout the duration of service; communicate focus of intervention to client and family
• Create and maintain client care plans based on client’s identified care needs; communicate changes in client’s health status or discrepancies in assigned care tasks to community care coordinator
• Be flexible in covering open shifts and display willingness to adjust work schedule to ensure coverage in the community
• Work with clients to establish meaningful goals to increase their function at home
• Remain flexible to adjust work schedule to cover open shifts to meet client care needs
• Work as a dynamic part of a multidisciplinary team
• Assist with policy creation as needed
• Be responsive to emails and calls as needed
• Provide client-centered, family-centered care
• Must be available for rotating shifts.

Requirement

• Hold registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Be willing to travel within an assigned geographical area
• Must be available for rotating shifts between 6AM and 11PM and every other weekend.
• Possess a willingness to enhance professional competencies in clinical assessment and hands-on skills through training and professional development in the workplace
• Be a strong leader who is interested in bettering the skills of Personal Support staff
• Possess confidence in their ability to up train staff, evaluate skills and enact disciplinary measures when appropriate
• Be flexible in covering open shifts and display willingness to adjust work schedule to ensure coverage in the community
• Possess good communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills in a professional setting
• Hold a valid work permit (if applicable)
• Possess a current CPR/First Aid Certification
• Will be able to provide a clean vulnerable sector screening (VSS)
• A valid driver's license and access to a car
• Have up-to-date immunization records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B, COVID-19)
• Hold a valid drivers license and have access to a vehicle

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare benefits program (Healthcare Spending Account)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan Program
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Strong IT support
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.

While we thank all applicants that apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. CareKW is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request. Your application will be reviewed by our HR team. We do not use AI or automated systems to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions.