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RNs and RPNs - Durham, Canada - VHA Home HealthCare
Description
VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do.Our providers tell us:
"Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home." Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, "The freedom and flexibility can't be beat." Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us "I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home." View more about working as a VHA nurse and creating bonds that matter.
We are seeking Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses
Palliative Care Program
Full Time and Part-Time roles
North York and Durham Region
About the Program:
The Palliative Care Program is dedicated to delivering comprehensive home nursing services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, families, and groups facing end-of-life circumstances.
Our team of skilled nurses is committed to elevating the standard of care for palliative clients, with a primary focus on proficient symptom and pain management.
Through our specialized services, we aim to enhance the overall quality of life for individuals receiving palliative care.
Our dedicated nurses operate in the North York and Durham region, providing compassionate and personalized care within the comfort of clients' homes.
There is a $2000 Sign-On Bonus for full-time nurses hired to work in the Durham region only.
About the role:
The Palliative Care nurses will provide palliative assessments and end-of-life care to patients.
Some of the nursing services that you will be providing include wound care, IV therapy, injections, removal of PICC lines, chemo disconnections, and more.
Nurses will attain specialized clinical skills in (Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) pumps, pain management, and symptom management). Additionally, doing mental health support and check-in with clients is also required.Required Qualifications:
Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
Membership of your Professional Association preferred (RNAO/WeRPN).
RN diploma/degree or RPN diploma from a recognized university or college.
Hold a valid First Aid or CPR Certification.
Preferences are given to candidates who have completed their Fundamentals of Palliative Care, LEAP, and/or CAPCE courses or work on these certificates within 1 year of hire with VHA.
Strong clinical practices with the ability to champion evidence-based best practices – particularly in pain and symptom management and titrate medications as required.
Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively and problem-solve complex clinical situations and psycho-social circumstances and distress.Able to recognize safety issues, follow safe work practices, and advocate for client care and safety concerns.
Able to practice nursing in accordance with client/family-centered care principles, establish an authentic/empathetic professional relationship, and advocate for clients/families.
Successful completion of the Physical Readiness Test (PRT) to ensure safe work practices are followed (transfers, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling).
A valid Ontario driver's license (G License) and a reliable vehicle for traveling is required.What makes VHA's compensation unique?
VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
Mentorship and peer support
Career development opportunities
Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
Compensation for education and professional development (Worksmart Program)
Employee and family assistance program (EAP Provider, Inkblot)
Wellness resources
Many Perks & discounts (Perkopolis)
Staff & service provider events
Accommodation and VHA's commitment to DEI
At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA.
We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience.
VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups.
If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.How to Apply?
Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.
VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.
In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we're passionate about providing spectacular care.