Palliative Nurse - RN

Extendicare•Cambridge, ON

3d•CA$36 - CA$42•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a replacement position. In this community nursing role, as a Palliative Registered Nurse (RN) you will have scheduled visits to care for patients in various settings. You will work with patients of all ages with differing complexity of care needs and play a key role in helping patients remain comfortable in their homes for as long as possible. Full-time shift: 8am to 4pm, includes every third weekend.

Requirements

Registration with the CNO as a Registered Nurse in good standing
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required
Palliative care experience is mandatory
Reliability and flexibility
Willingness to travel to and from patient residences within a designated area
Passion for making a difference in your community

Nice To Haves

Post-graduate education in Palliative care is strongly preferred
Experience in delivering community care is an asset

Responsibilities

Using appropriate assessment tools/techniques to assess patients’ individualized needs
Executing and continuously monitor care plans
Engaging patients using a collaborative approach by building rapport and trust
Maintaining and update professional patient records related to patient encounters and plans
Required on-call coverage, including after hours to ensure patient safety and to meet patient care needs