Registered Nurse (RN)

Hospice Niagara•Welland, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) reports to the Director of Care and works in harmony with Hospice Niagara's philosophy of care as a contributing member of an inter disciplinary team, oversees the residence care team on each shift and provides direct care to residents. The RN promotes nursing excellence and quality palliative end-of-life care within their scope of practice and in accordance with the standards of practice as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). The RN is responsible for assessing and anticipating holistic needs of the residents; planning, documenting and implementing care plans; and making recommendations for changes in care, as needed. The RN also provides ongoing comfort and support to residents and their loved ones. The RN performs all duties in a safe and healthy manner, in accordance with Hospice Niagara's policies and procedures, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation.

Requirements

Graduate of an RN program, RN license; registrant in good standing with the CNO
Bilingual (French/English) is a requirement
Vulnerable Sector Police Check (favourable, within past 12 months)
All newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Hospice Niagara.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of palliative care work experience
Fundamentals of Palliative Care (must be completed during the first year of hire)
Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE) (must be completed during the first two years of hire)
Learning Essentials of Advanced Palliative Care (LEAP)
Canadian Nurses’ Association CHPCN(c)
Fundamentals of Palliative Care (must be completed within 12 months of hire)
First Aid/CPR (must be taken within 12 months of hire)
Mask Fit (must be completed within 12 months of hire)
Safe Food Handling (must be completed within 12 months of hire)

Responsibilities

Perform patient-centered nursing care (e.g. Central Venous Access Devices, catheterization, suctioning, drain maintenance, colostomies, tube feeds, CADD pumps, assistive devices, wound care, etc.)
Consult with residents, loved ones, and/or the substitute decision maker regarding needs, wishes, and preferences for care
Recognize, assess and respond to resident pain and symptom management, as well as health status changes, and communicate updates to inter-disciplinary team
Administer medications according to safe medication practices and professional practice standards
Implement medical interventions (e.g. medications, treatments, supplies, equipment, etc.), according to the physician’s orders
Advocate and promote best practice care for each resident
Effectively work to address and document resident concerns, mental and physical changes and provide ongoing updates to inter-disciplinary team
Develop and update care plans
Lead team rounds during shift changes
Manage the admission process
Seek consultation with internal/external care team members, as appropriate
Coordinate additional services, as needed
Assist residents requiring help to move from one area to another, according to the determined safe method per their care plan, including the use of mechanical lifts
Assist with ambulation, range of motion and other exercises
Provide care of the body after death
Gather personal belongings and provide them to family/loved ones, when required
Establish a rapport and foster open communication, positive relationships and emotional support with residents and their loved ones
Identify when additional support is required and collaborate with inter-disciplinary team members to ensure these needs are met
Fulfill the role of the “Charge Nurse” during which time he/she is responsible for all aspects of resident care, building safety, and supervision of staff, with the support of an on-call physician, Director of Care, or other RN
Serve as a positive role model to other staff, students and volunteers
Provide education, guidance, mentoring and knowledge sharing using a team-oriented approach
Provide ongoing input and feedback during team reports/meetings
Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
Complete documentation and reports in an accurate and time-sensitive manner
Educate residents and their loved ones on the safety, techniques and rationale for care, per best practice and safety guidelines
Identify, provide input and actively participate in process improvement opportunities
Assist with managing the residence staff schedule in a financially responsible manner
Demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning; participate in educational and development opportunities, as determined by the individual development plan
Raise positive community awareness of hospice palliative care and of the programs and services provided by Hospice Niagara
Demonstrate personal initiative and participation in other aspects of working for a non-profit organization, including participating in organizational events and fundraising activities
Participate on at least one internal committee or project (e.g. Wellness, Health and Safety, etc.)
Report any contravention of health and safety policies or regulations
Activities of daily living
Housekeeping activities (e.g. laundry, garbage disposal, cleaning common areas, etc.)
Meal preparation, delivery and feeding
Other duties, as assigned