RPN - Adult Visiting (Durham Region)

Veterans Health Administration•Durham, ON

5d•CA$70,000 - CA$120,000•Remote

About The Position

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is a large not-for-profit home care provider in Ontario, employing nearly 3,000 professionals. The organization emphasizes making a difference in clients' lives by helping them live independently at home, offering flexibility and freedom in scheduling. VHA provides high-quality, client-centered care in various settings, fostering meaningful bonds between providers and clients. The company culture is described as inclusive and welcoming. The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) role focuses on providing and coordinating home health nursing services according to professional standards and VHA's policies. The Adult Visiting Program specifically offers specialized in-home care for individuals aged 18 and older requiring complex nursing services and clinical support, including wound care, medication management, VACC, IV starts, PICC and central line management, ostomy and drain care, and chemotherapy management. Nurses also provide mental health support and regular check-ins. A valid Ontario driver's license and 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/degree from a recognized university or college.
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.

Nice To Haves

Membership of your Professional Association preferred (RNAO/WeRPN).
Acute Care and Medical-Surgical nursing experience is an asset.
Knowledge of community nursing is an asset.
A valid Ontario driver’s license (G License) and a reliable vehicle for traveling is an asset.

Responsibilities

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.