Registered Practical Nurse, Palliative

Company Description

We don’t just deliver care, we shape it. At Spectrum, you’ll join a purpose-driven team committed to building an integrated, equitable, and people-centered health system. You’ll enjoy working with a diverse population and have the freedom to make a real difference in their lives. Join a team that understands the value of integrated, personalized care.

We are currently seeking part-time/casual Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) to be part of a dedicated and specialized team that will deliver a highly integrated, one team, community palliative care model.  Working in lockstep with health system partners, you will be part of a collaborative team that supports people and their families throughout their palliative care journey.

If you want to be part of shaping the future of palliative care and are passionate about caring for patients in their palliative journey, we want you on our team!   

Job Description

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a tight-knit, collaborative team from across the health sector that will deliver the next generation of palliative care providing holistic proactive, seamless care and support to patients, families and caregivers – enhancing quality of life, comfort, dignity and security in patients’ end of life journey. As an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team, you will provide holistic, patient-centered care that includes symptom management, coordination of care, patient, family and caregiver education, emotional support, and advocacy for assigned patient(s) and/or caseload of patients.

• Work under the supervision of the Integrated Care Program Supervisor.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans based on the patient’s unique needs and goals of care.
• Participate in clinical huddles and case conferences with team members such as physicians and allied health.
• Practice in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the Regulated Health Professions Act and Spectrum Health Care standards, policies and procedures.
• Travel within assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities

Qualifications

• Currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Minimum of two-years nursing experience, 2 years of palliative care experience preferred
• Must have experience working with palliative care patients
• Successful completion of any of the following is considered an asset:
  • Canadian Nursing Association (CNA) certification in Palliative Care Nursing or enrollment in CNA certification program in Palliative Care Nursing; or
  • Learning Essentials Approaches to Palliative and End of Life Care (LEAP); or
  • Fundamentals of Palliative Care
  • The Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE)
  • Core Concepts
• Current police check suitable for working with vulnerable sector 
• Valid Ontario driver's license and reliable vehicle with willingness to travel
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificate
• Demonstrated competence related to a variety of nursing skills including, but not limited to, wound care, IV therapy, chronic disease management, and palliative care and pain management

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Additional Information

This position is a current vacancy

Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.  

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at (corphr@spectrumhealthcare.com) for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.