Visiting Nurse - RN / RPN

Closing the Gap Healthcare Group; Timmins; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a Visiting Nurse (RN or RPN) to deliver high-quality care within the community. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in wound care management and be prepared to work in a dynamic environment. The role emphasizes relationship-building with clients and includes a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package

Group benefits including medical and dental

Generous vacation package

On-the-job training and certification

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of community or clinical/hospital experience preferred.
• Certification with CNO necessary.

Responsibilities

• Care for client needs with extensive experience in wound care management.
• Travel between clients and work within the community.
• Create reports and updates on clients.
• Problem-solve to provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Wound care management

IV antibiotic administration

Excellent communication skills

Relationship building

Clinical experience

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) certification

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED (Level C)

Job description

Overview

Title: Visiting Nurse

Location: Timmins

Employment Type: Part Time 0.2

We are looking for a Visiting Nurse (RN or RPN) who is comfortable providing care to our clients. Our next Visiting Nurse will thrive in a culture made for caring where being flexible and possessing strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills will drive the success of their role.

If your passion is rooted in all things client focused and you have a strong urge to provide care to a variety of patients in the community and have extensive wound care experience, then this would be the opportunity for you!

What you will be doing

• Care for client needs with extensive experience in wound care management.
• Experience with IV antibiotic administration, IV cannulation, chemo disconnects, CVAD care, and PORT-A-CATH access/de-access is an asset.
• Report and coordinate with the HCCSS (LHIN).
• School student support.
• Travel between clients and work within the community.
• Create reports and updates on clients.
• Order supplies for patients.
• Build connections and rapport with clients.
• Work as a self-starter with minimal supervision; capable of functioning independently or as part of a team.
• Problem-solve to provide the best customer service possible.
• Prioritize safety for yourself and clients.

Skills needed for success

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with strong schedule management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Minimum of two years’ community or clinical/hospital experience preferred.
• Currently certified as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the CNO.
• Currently certified with Standard First Aid & CPR / AED (Level C).
• Mask fit testing is a plus.
• Ability to commit to weekends and on-call shifts.

What you can expect

As a member of Closing the Gap Healthcare’s Team Made for Caringtm, you can expect:

• Competitive total compensation package
• Group benefits including medical and dental
• Generous vacation package
• On-the-job Microskills Nursing Certificate provided. Training includes but is not limited to Wound Care Management, Palliative Fundamentals, Enteral Feeds, etc.
• A culture of performance recognition and appreciation
• A commitment to excellence