Palliative care nurse practitioner Jobs in Scarborough, ON

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Company Description

We don’t just deliver care, we shape it. At Spectrum, you’ll join a purpose-driven team committed to building an integrated, equitable, and people-centered health system. You’ll enjoy working with a diverse population and have the freedom to make a real difference in their lives. Join a team that understands the value of integrated, personalized care.

We are currently seeking full and part-time Registered Nurses (RNs)  to be part of a dedicated and specialized team that will deliver a highly integrated, one team, community palliative care model for the Etobicoke community.  Working in lockstep with health system partners, you will be part of a collaborative team that supports people and their families throughout their palliative care journey.

If you want to be part of shaping the future of palliative care in Etobicoke and are passionate about caring for patients in their palliative journey, we want you on our team!

Job Description

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a tight-knit, collaborative team from across the health sector that will deliver the next generation of palliative care in Etobicoke, providing holistic proactive, seamless care and support to patients, families and caregivers – enhancing quality of life, comfort, dignity and security in patients’ end of life journey. As an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team, the Nurse, Palliative Care provides holistic, patient-centered care that includes symptom management, coordination of care, patient, family and caregiver education, emotional support, and advocacy for assigned patient(s) and / or caseload of patients.

• Works under the supervision of the Integrated Care Program Supervisor.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans based on the patient’s unique needs and goals of care.
• Participates in clinical huddles and case conferences with team members such as physicians and allied health.
• Practices in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the Regulated Health Professions Act and Spectrum Health Care standards, policies and procedures.
• Travels within assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities

Qualifications

Canadian Nursing Association (CNA) certification in Palliative Care Nursing or enrollment in CNA certification program in Palliative Care Nursing; or

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Additional Information

Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.