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Looking for Registered Practical Nurses to join our home care family
DESCRIPTION:
At ComForCare Home Care we value our nurses like family and invite you to become a part of our team. We celebrate success and have fun! If you are an RPN and have a background in geriatric care management, consider working with a team dedicated to helping seniors live comfortably in their own homes. Our mission is to help our clients live their best life possible despite age and physical limitations. With the help of our independently owned and operated franchises, we hope to keep seniors out of hospitals and assisted living facilities and living independently for as long as possible.
We have open positions throughout Halton Region and are looking for the very best to support clients in their homes. Whether you are looking for part or full time, we have something for you.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with the federal and provincial laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization and Agency.
All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established federal and provincial policies and practices. The RPN delivers care to clients as delegated by the case managing RN or supervisor.
REPORTS TO: Clinical Supervisor / Director of Clinical Services
QUALIFICATIONS:
Successful completion of a Practical Nursing Diploma Program.
Currently registered as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
CPR certified.
Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements and in good repair. Has a good driving record.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Provides professional nursing care as defined in the nurse practice act and under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Communicates appropriate status/condition changes to the RN per agency guidelines.
Provides skilled nursing visits for clients as directed by the clinical supervisor.
Follows the Plan of Care established by the Registered Nurse.
Recognizes and reports changes in client condition to the case managing RN and physician, as directed.
Communicates information on a timely basis, consistent with Agency policy and urgency of the situation. Communicates verbally, as needed, and through complete and accurate documentation in the clinical record.
Scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration and monitoring, client teaching, emergency intervention, and nursing services within professional scope of practice and as delegated by the RN case manager and/or supervisor.
Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.
Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
Makes recommendations on improvement of safety.
Seeks education/training or assistance with areas of concern.
Performs job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.
Accepts responsibility for professional nursing role.
Follows applicable provincial and federal laws and agency standards.
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person.
Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Agency Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program and pertinent activities.
Participates in coordination of home care services, attends meetings as required, and follows reporting guidelines.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Join the Team
If you would like to play a key role in improving the lives of the elderly or disabled, we invite you to fill out the application form and send us your resume.
*Each office is independently owned and operated.
By selecting the positions below, you acknowledge that you are applying for employment with an independently owned and operated ComForCare franchisee, a separate company and employer from ComForCare and any of its affiliates or subsidiaries. You understand that each independent franchisee is solely responsible for all decisions relating to employment including (and without limitation to) hiring and termination, and ComForCare does not accept, review or store my application. Any questions about your application or the hiring process must be directed to the locally owned and operated ComForCare franchisee.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.