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Health Services Nurse

Employer
Children's Aid Society of Toronto - 358352
Location
Toronto (City), Ontario
Salary
$81,000.00 - $98,320.00
Closing date
Nov 29, 2022

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Discipline
Registered Nurse
Work Setting
Government
Hours
Part-time

Job Details

HEALTH SERVICES NURSE

The Health Services clinic cares for clients of ages 0 of 21.  The Health Services Nurse provides nursing assessment and interventions for infants, children and youth in a community based setting as well as provide professional nursing care in any of the Society’s medical clinics as required. The nurse should possess the knowledge and skill of the full growth and development spectrum and its applications to the physical and mental healthcare of children, adolescents and young adults.  

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

 

 1. Conducts nursing assessments that may include physical assessment, obtaining health history from client and/or parents or worker with the ability to triage according to priority, and review of files.

2. Functions in the role of an infant nurse specialist when providing coverage in Infant Nurse Specialist Programme.

  • Visits infant and family in home environment to assess the physical condition of the infant, the caretaking skills of the parent, and secures information from sources such as the family doctor, hospital, public health, etc. to clarify the situation.
  • Reviews and evaluates information obtained and assesses family’s capacities to care adequately for infant.

3. Functions in the role of clinic nurse when providing nursing coverage in medical clinics.

  • Performs prescribed nursing procedures such as: ear syringing, dressing changes, suture/staple removal; immunizations, dispense prescribed medications; can work under medical directives in absence of physician;
  • Assists Physician with basic nursing care and procedures;
  • Prepares medical summaries for adopted and discharged children/youth;
  • Orders and maintains clinic supplies.
  •   4. Provides child protection workers with information regarding physical assessments of infants, and environmental assessment for children and youth in other settings such as foster homes, group homes, etc. to assess if medical protocols and physical environment are adequate to meet the needs of the child/youth and to identify teaching and resources needed for the caregivers

    5. Attends client focused meetings such as case planning to present and discuss cases and liaises with other professionals and community Agencies as required. May also attend abuse conference reviews to provide medical perspective.

    6. Completes documentation as required fulfilling expectations of the Society, the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), and any relevant legislation.

    7. Provides consultation to staff, resource families, caregivers and clients re: health issues (including mental health issues), medications prescribed by community physicians, management of abnormal behaviours (e.g. feeding and sleeping patterns.); application of relevant legislation as it applies to consent to treatment and administration of psychotropic medication.

    8. Provides training to workers and resource families both formally and informally.

    9. Works in a safe manner in accordance with the Society’s health and safety policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.

    10. Acts in accordance with and incorporates Society's Code of Ethics, Confidentiality, Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism, Harassment & Discrimination policies, etc.

    11. Uses sound judgment in consideration of financial resources.

    12. Complies with Society’s financial policies and procedures.

    13. Performs other duties as required.

     

     

    QUALIFICATIONS

     

    Education and Experience:  
  • Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario; AND
  • A minimum of 3 years of nursing experience in a hospital, community or public health setting with paediatric, emergency, or outpatient clinic experience.

OR

  • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
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    Requirements:

  • Current CPR certification
  • Valid Ontario G or G2 Driver’s License
  • Access to a vehicle for Agency work

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Demonstrated skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide on-going patient care.
  • Demonstrated clinical nursing skills with advanced assessment skills. Working knowledge of community health nursing theory including mental health and addictions, communicable diseases and practice within a client/family -centered approach.
  • Demonstrated case management, teaching/training, clinical support and consultation skills.
  • Applied knowledge of infant/child/youth growth and development including mental health
  • Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise reports/documentation that reflect CNO standards and legislative requirements as well as agency policies and standards
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Competence in problem-solving and conflict resolution
  • Proven ability to handle crises in a calm manner
  • Proven ability to work co-operatively within a team setting, as well as the ability to elicit cooperation from others
  • Demonstrated skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients and caregivers
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Proven ability in using computer software, databases, and service systems
  • Experience working in a child welfare health services setting, an asset
  • Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and its mandate, preferred.
  • Proficiency in a second language, an asset

 

OTHER INFORMATION

 

Accommodation at CAST  We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at 416-924-4640 x2300. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.    Equity Hiring Strategy and Application Process  The Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CAS of Toronto) is committed to building a skilled workforce that reflects the population of Toronto as well as the diverse communities we serve. For this specific career opportunity to support our Equity Hiring Strategy, CAS of Toronto is inviting applications from qualified individuals who self-identify as being part of one or more of the following under-represented groups: 

  • racialized

This initiative is deemed to be a Special Program under the Ontario Human Rights Code.    During the online application process, applicants will have the opportunity to complete the Employment Equity questionnaire, to indicate if they self-identify as being part of one or more of the above under-represented groups. Answering the questionnaire is voluntary and all responses will be kept confidential and used only for the purposes outlined in this program. If the questionnaire is not completed by an applicant, they will not be considered as being from an equity seeking group.    The information collected will help us identify qualified applicants from the listed under-represented groups for this specific opportunity as part of our Equity Hiring Strategy. In addition, information provided will be used to understand the diversity of candidates that apply to roles within CAS of Toronto. A summary of the responses to this questionnaire will be used to help assess application trends and inform the development of enhanced and future recruitment programs which are equitable and accessible. 

Qualified applicants who are interested in this opportunity can apply for position by submitting their application consisting of a cover letter and resume at https://www.torontocas.ca/careers , fax (416-324-2400), or mail (30 Isabella Street, 5th Floor) to the attention of Human Resources.

Applications must be received in the Human Resources Department, NO LATER THAN 11:59 PM on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2022.

***All newly hired Children’s Aid Society of Toronto employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire***

 

Company

Since 1875, the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto has been keeping children and youth safe, strengthening families and providing alternate care for children and youth who are unable to remain in their home. Working with diverse communities to support families during times of crisis, to ensure the safety of the child/youth. CAS is the largest board governed child welfare agency in North America. 

We are a not-for-profit agency funded by the province of Ontario, and one of the largest child welfare organizations in North America. Operating under section 72 of the Child and Family Services Act (CFSA). We have a legal mandate to keep children safe from abuse and neglect, ages 0 to 18.

Families and children we work with come from a wide range of diverse backgrounds (racial, ethnic and cultural). It is our aim to provide service meeting the needs of these children and families. 

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