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Directing Registered Nurse (DRN), eHomecare, Nights/Weekends - Full-time

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Work from:

Canada

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, CNA Certificate in Palliative Care or equivalent, and experience with CHF and COPD patients.

Key responsabilities:

Provide remote assessment and clinical management for clients
Offer direction to unregulated care providers through a collaborative approach model
Maintain accurate client records, enhance patient care through effective communication
Participate in multidisciplinary team, engage in reflective practice and uphold VON standards

VON Canada Health Care XLarge https://www.von.ca/

5001 - 10000 Employees

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Job description

Description

Position at VON Canada (Ontario)

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Regular, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: eHomecare
Work Schedule: Nights, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: ONA
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 80
On-Call: No

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse, Directing (DRN) role manages pediatric, palliative and/or acute medically complex clients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) by directing Personal Support Workers (PSWs), also known as Health Care Technicians (HCT). HCTs are provided specialized training and education to work with this patient population. Utilizing an innovative care delivery model and electronic documentation technology, the DRN, working remotely, accesses, assesses and identifies the client's immediate care needs and using the collaborative approach model immediately provides the appropriate direction to the on-site HCT to provide the direct care, resulting in real time provision of care services.

Responsibilities:

Provide remote assessment and management of care services to clients in their homes
Provide clinical direction and assignment of tasks within the unregulated care provider's (PSW/HCT) practice statement (collaborative approach to patient care)
Maintain accurate client clinical records, in digital and paper format
Maintain patient assignment within the virtual ward
Work collaboratively with all team members to ensure all patient care needs are met
Utilizes effective communication in daily huddles and with response to emails/phone calls
Communicate with outside service provider agencies and Case Managers as appropriate
Participate as a valued member of the multi-disciplinary health care team
Provide clinical leadership, direction and mentorship within the health care team
Participate and facilitate a collaborative team-based environment
Establish and maintain relationships with local health care providers
Participate in CNO Reflective Practice
Uphold VON standards and eHomecare specific processes
Willingness to participate in internal projects and ongoing improvement initiatives
Able to demonstrate professionalism in a diverse working environment
Demonstrate adaptability in managing change in a fast-paced virtual environment

Qualifications:

Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
DRNs must hold a CNA Certificate in Palliative Care or have completed both the “Fundamentals of Palliative Care” and the “Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE)”
Pediatric DRNs must have extensive hands-on experience in the provision of Pediatric Care
Recent palliative, pediatric, and/or acute medical experience with COPD and CHF patients required
Demonstrated advanced assessment skills
Experience in gerontology and/or medical-surgical
Experience working in community-based health care system is an asset
Demonstrated competencies in observation, independent assessment; health education and promotion, and familiarity with COPD/CHF clinical pathways
Digital and electronic health experience, EMR and mobile technology
Proficient nursing skills with the ability to read and interpret electronic technical information related to client outcomes and provide clinical direction
Critical thinking, problem-solving and multi-tasking skills are mandatory
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary virtual team setting, as well as the ability to work independently is required
Must have high-speed internet access, computer skills and the ability to work from home in a private office area
Individual must be eligible and successfully obtain a security screening certificate from the Government of Canada
Valid CPR C / First Aid required
Must have access to a personal vehicle for business use and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment
A vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.

Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its’ discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at https://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details.

VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.