The Care Company is a home health care company that's purpose is to create A Better Life for Those at Home. We help individuals stay in their homes for as long as they choose, and our real talent is helping people Make Each Day Count . We are a company that puts people first and seeks to get better today. By working at The Care Company, you will be part of a growing company helping individuals live well in their homes!

The Care Company is looking for awesome, self-driven and highly organized and detail-oriented Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse (RN or RPN) to provide homecare support to complex care paediatric clients. You will play an essential role in providing the day-to-day care these clients need to remain at home.

Shifts

• Day, evening, and overnight shifts available
• Shifts range from 3-12 hours in length
• Someone who can commit to the set schedule mentioned above with no interruptions to set weekly schedule- consistency is required for our clients due to the complexity of their care needs.

Requirements

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to providing personal care and help clients with their ADLs (hygiene assistance, bathing, and medications administration) that is within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse
• Provide exceptional patient care as outlined in their care plans, supporting patients with all applicable medical needs
• Meets the safety needs of the client and uses equipment safely and properly
• Assists clients with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as required
• Observe the patients' medical health as well as their physical and mental responses
• Functions within the limits of own experience and knowledge, and practices safely and competently within the job description
• Completes records and documentation accurately and thoroughly
• Correctly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure clients health and well-being
• must be able to commit to a consistent, on-going, weekly schedule of overnight shifts.

Nursing Requirements:

Must have previous complex care with any of the following interventions:

• Tracheostomy Care **there is a high need for trach-trained nurses in this region**
• G, J, and NG tube care
• Ventilators
• BIPAP and CPAP
• Cough Assist
• PICC line care
• Seizure monitoring
• Oral and Nasal suctioning
• Diabetes management
• Oxygenation and monitoring

Other Requirements:

• An asset if you own a vehicle and have a valid driver's licence (not required)
• Negative TB Test completed within the last year
• CNO Registration
• COVID Vaccination Receipts subject to an exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code
• Valid Criminal Record Check - must be completed within the last year.
• Valid CPR/First Aid certification
• Valid WHMIS2015 certification from the last year
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English
• Ability to identify and report client care concerns to Care Coordinators when needed.
• Having previous Paediatric nursing experience is an asset
• Having previous trach, vent g-tube, suctioning, and oxygen administration/monitoring experience is an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay ranging from $37.25/hour-$50.75/hour (depending on shift and designation - RPN/RN)
• PPE provided
• 24/7 Nursing Oversight
• Educational Training Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Health and Wellness Program