Registered Practical Nurse

Extendicare•Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

6d•CA$26 - CA$31•Remote

About The Position

In this community Palliative Nursing role, as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) you will have scheduled visits to care for patients in various settings. You will work with patients of all ages with differing complexity of palliative care needs and play a key role in helping patients remain comfortable in their homes for as long as possible. The position requires Palliative experience. This is a new position.

Requirements

Registration with the CNO as a Registered Nurse in good standing
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required
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

Palliative experience
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 need

Benefits

Autonomy, independence, and a work-life balance
Supportive team of peer nurses and supervisors
Opportunity to develop long term therapeutic relationships with patients
Best in class training and development programs, including a comprehensive clinical orientation and hands-on skills labs
Celebration and Recognition programs
Full-time scheduling including every other weekend off
Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans
Company paid mobile devices
Mileage compensation
Opportunities for career advancement
Employee perks and exclusive offers