Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)- Emmanuel House Hospice

Good Shepherd Centres • Hamilton, ON

48d • Onsite

About The Position

Emmanuel House Hospice is a ten-bed palliative care facility located in Hamilton that offers a home-like environment for individuals who are nearing the end of their lives. Support and care are provided in a team-based approach, including various interdisciplinary team members such as personal support workers, nursing, physicians, spiritual and psychosocial support. We embrace a person-centered holistic model of care and the importance of providing individuals dignity at the end of their life.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• BCLS certificate required
• Experience working with individuals and their families in the end of life or with a life limiting illness
• Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to work with evidence-based practices related to pain and symptom management and end of life care are required
• Previous palliative care experience either in hospital based palliative care, hospice or other healthcare settings with knowledge of the death/dying process
• Ability to work as a member of an intradisciplinary team
• Demonstrated commitment to professional continuing education
• Excellent attendance record required
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
• Will require a vulnerable police check.

Nice To Haves

• Enhanced Fundamentals of Palliative Care is an asset (completed or actively pursuing)
• Resourceful problem-solver with strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent time management and ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail
• Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset

Responsibilities

• Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.

Benefits

• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• Extended Health Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree