RN/RPN - Adult Visiting Program (East Toronto)

Veterans Health Administration•Toronto, ON

1d•Remote

About The Position

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario, employing nearly 3,000 professionals. The organization emphasizes making a difference in clients' lives by helping them live independently at home. VHA providers appreciate the freedom and flexibility of managing their own schedules in the community, forming meaningful bonds with clients and families, and experiencing an inclusive culture. The Adult Visiting Program provides specialized in-home care for individuals aged 18 and older requiring complex nursing services and clinical support, with referrals from Ontario Health atHome. Nurses in this program deliver advanced clinical care, including wound care, medication administration and management, VACC, IV start, management of PICC and central lines, ostomy and drain care, and chemotherapy management. They also provide ongoing mental health support and regular check-ins with clients and their families. A valid Ontario driver’s license (G2 or G License) and access to a reliable vehicle are required for visiting nurse roles.

Requirements

Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
RPN diploma or RN diploma/degree from a recognized university or college.
Hold a valid First Aid or CPR Certification.
Demonstrate effective communication (written and verbal) and documentation skills.
Demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, and availability for the role.
Commitment to modeling lifelong learning and professional growth and can apply critical thinking skills to provide client care.
A valid Ontario driver’s license (G License) and a reliable vehicle for traveling are required.

Nice To Haves

Membership of your Professional Association preferred (RNAO/WeRPN).
A moderate level of wound care or venipuncture knowledge and experience is an asset.
Acute Care and Medical-Surgical nursing experience is an asset.
Knowledge of community nursing is an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate home health nursing services to diverse groups of individuals, families, and groups.
Assess, monitor, and make care planning and care coordination.
Evaluate care plan interventions through on-going reassessment and evaluation results.
Ensure the quality of patient care by identifying and acting on factors which affects practice autonomy and delivery of quality care.
Demonstrate professionalism, leadership, judgement, and accountability in interactions with clients and families.
Support safe client care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement.
Inform the nursing supervisor of any client activities, relevant concerns, or changes in the client’s condition or care plan, and submit appropriate documentation to the case coordinator.
Maintain documentation standards according to the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Participate in a standby/on-call rotation to be available for answering calls and respond, if needed.
Participate in team meetings, as required during the stated availability.