Job Description

Bayshore is looking for passionate and caring Registered Nurses to join our amazing Community Visiting Nursing Team!Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore achieved the designation for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses\xe2\x80\x99 Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list.If your calling is to be the \xe2\x80\x9cdifference\xe2\x80\x9d by providing outstanding care, then a Health Care Career with Bayshore is the Perfect Fit for YOU!The Registered Nurse (RN), under the direction of the immediate Supervisor, develops, establishes, monitors and delivers nursing care to clients/patients and their families through client/patient-centered, goal-oriented care plans. The RN practices in accordance with all required internal and external professional practice standards. As required, the RN provides support and direction to Licensed/Registered Practical Nurses and paraprofessional staff involved in direct client care. You will use your clinical skills to ensure that our clients receive the highest quality care they need and deserve, delivered with compassion, excellence and reliability, in the comfort and safety of their care setting.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arrange and/or provide client/patient care by utilizing the skills of observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, and health teaching; report any unusual circumstances to the branch office or to the immediate supervisor.
• Develop and review nursing care plans that are client/patient-centered, goal-oriented and individualized to each client/patient and their family.
• Provide care according to the established care plan ensuring that, on an ongoing basis, the emotional, spiritual, physical comfort and safety of clients/patients are met to the greatest possible extent; care must be within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse.
• Perform routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and procedures and Standards of Nursing Practice as defined by the provincial regulating body; perform specialized nursing procedures for which recognized training and current competency can be demonstrated.
• Observe and document client conditions according to Bayshore Home Health standards.
• Receive and transcribe physician\xe2\x80\x99s orders.
• Provide direction, support, and delegation to Licensed/Registered Practical Nurses and paraprofessional employees (PSWs, HCAs, CHWs, etc.) as appropriate.
• Understands and implements infection prevention and control practices.
• Seeks out and participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities to maintain full scope of practice and competence.
• Maintains current knowledge of best practices, provincial regulatory requirements, and scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
• Identifies when the client care needs exceed the competency of the nurse and escalates accordingly.
• Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures.
• Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company\'s Quality Management System.
• Maintains privacy and confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel.
• Maintains relevant level of knowledge of ICH (International Conference on Harmonization), GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and Health Canada GVP (Good Pharmacovigilance Practices) guidelines appropriate to their hired role which is to be provided at time of hire and on an as needed basis. With this knowledge the employee will perform the work as required by their assigned function and will be provided with regular updates as required.
• Reports and documents Adverse Events as per Pharmacovigilance Requirements.
• Complete other tasks as requested.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with Bayshore\xe2\x80\x99s Health and Safety policies and procedures, safe work practices and requirements, including but not limited to Infection Prevention & Control.

• Take reasonable care to work safely and carry out duties as to not cause accidental injury to self, fellow employees, or the general public.

• Compliant with health and safety policies, procedures, and standards.

• Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties.

• Immediately report all injuries, near misses or potential hazards to direct supervisor or alternate as appropriate.

• Always maintain and promote a safe working environment.

• Maintain awareness of role and participate in emergency response and/or drills as required.

• Review and maintain all workplace harassment and/or violence policies and expectations.

WE VALUE OUR REGISTERED NURSES WITH:

• Full and Part time Careers
• Highest industry wages for the critical work you do
• Company sponsored Benefits (health and dental) for you and your family
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution
• Paid sick days, paid orientation and paid training
• Competitive travel compensation
• Efficient work schedules with more care time and less travel
• Opportunities to grow in your career
• Company provided Mobile devices for easy documentation and strong communication.
• Easy Access to managers and schedulers who listen and support the important work you do!

QualificationsEDUCATION:

• RN level nurses who have graduated from an accredited School of Nursing and hold a current registration with the provincial licensing body.
• Current CPR certification required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Clear criminal background check (with vulnerable sector screening), negative TB test.
• Valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license, auto insurance and reliable vehicle.

Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.\xe2\x80\x9cAt Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individual\'s purpose, potential and wellbeing.\xe2\x80\x9dBayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.

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