Paediatric Nurse (RN / RPN) Needed For Complex Care Paediatric Homecare in Durham

The Care Company is a home health care company that's purpose is to create A Better Life for Those at Home. We help individuals stay in their homes for as long as they choose, and our real talent is helping people Make Each Day Count. We are a company that puts people first and seeks to get better today. By working at The Care Company, you will be part of a growing company helping individuals live well in their homes!

The Care Company is looking for awesome, self-driven and highly organized and detail-oriented Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse (RN or RPN) to provide homecare support to complex care paediatric clients. You will play an essential role in providing the day-to-day care these clients need to remain at home.

Shifts

Day, evening, and overnight shifts available

Shifts range from 3-12 hours in length

Someone who can commit to the set schedule mentioned above with no interruptions to set weekly schedule- consistency is required for our clients due to the complexity of their care needs.

Requirements

General Duties and Responsibilities :

Adhere to providing personal care and help clients with their ADLs (hygiene assistance, bathing, and medications administration) that is within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse

Provide exceptional patient care as outlined in their care plans, supporting patients with all applicable medical needs

Meets the safety needs of the client and uses equipment safely and properly

Assists clients with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as required

Observe the patients' medical health as well as their physical and mental responses

Functions within the limits of own experience and knowledge, and practices safely and competently within the job description

Completes records and documentation accurately and thoroughly

Correctly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure clients health and well-being

must be able to commit to a consistent, on-going, weekly schedule of overnight shifts.

Nursing Requirements :

Must have previous complex care with any of the following interventions :

Tracheostomy Care

• there is a high need for trach-trained nurses in this region

G, J, and NG tube care

Ventilators

BIPAP and CPAP

Cough Assist

PICC line care

Seizure monitoring

Oral and Nasal suctioning

Diabetes management

Oxygenation and monitoring

Other Requirements :

An asset if you own a vehicle and have a valid driver's licence (not required)

Negative TB Test completed within the last year

CNO Registration

COVID Vaccination Receipts subject to an exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code

Valid Criminal Record Check - must be completed within the last year.

Valid CPR / First Aid certification

Valid WHMIS2015 certification from the last year

Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English

Ability to identify and report client care concerns to Care Coordinators when needed.

Having previous Paediatric nursing experience is an asset

Having previous trach, vent g-tube, suctioning, and oxygen administration / monitoring experience is an asset.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay ranging from $37.25 / hour-$50.75 / hour (depending on shift and designation - RPN / RN)

PPE provided

24 / 7 Nursing Oversight

Educational Training Opportunities

Employee Recognition Program

Health and Wellness Program