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 assist us with a paediatric home care client. We have a few paediatric clients looking for after school and evening support throughout the Durham Region.

Shifts

• EVENING SHIFTS, 4-8 hours, weekdays, ON-GOING
• Someone who can commit to the set schedule mentioned above with no interruptions to set weekly schedule

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
• 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 36.25/hour-49.25/hour (depending on shift and designation)
• PPE provided
• 24/7 Nursing Oversight
• Educational Training Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Health and Wellness Program