Job Description

Description:

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home. Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, The freedom and flexibility cant be beat. Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.

We are seeking Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses
Adult Visiting Program
Full Time and Part-Time role

About the Program:

The Adult Visiting program services clients who are 18 years old and above and require complex care and specialized nursing skills to be supported at home. Referrals come through HCCSS, and nurses cover the Durham, Toronto Central, and Central regions in the Greater Toronto Area. This is a visiting nurse opportunity, traveling and driving are required.

There is a $2000 Sign-On Bonus for full-time nurses only.

About the Role:

The Adult Visiting nurses will provide nursing services like wound care, IV therapy, injections, removal of PICC lines, chemo disconnections, and more. Nurses will attain specialized clinical skills (G-tube feeding, Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), Occasional pain management, and symptom management) to service the complex clientele. Additionally, doing mental health support and check-in with clients is also required.

Required Qualifications:

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).

• Membership of your Professional Association preferred (RNAO/RPNAO).

• RN diploma/degree or RPN diploma from a recognized university or college.

• Nursing Graduates are also welcome to apply.

• Hold a valid First Aid or CPR Certification.

• A moderate level of wound care or venipuncture knowledge and experience is an asset.

• Acute Care and Medical-Surgical nursing experience is an asset.

• Knowledge of community nursing is an asset.

• Demonstrate effective communication (written and verbal) and documentation skills.

• Demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, and availability for the role.

• Commitment to modeling lifelong learning and professional growth and can apply critical thinking skills to provide client care.

• Successful completion of the Physical Readiness Test (PRT) to ensure safe work practices are followed (transfers, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling).

• A valid Ontario drivers license (G License) and a reliable vehicle for traveling is required.

What makes VHAs compensation unique?

• VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career

• Mentorship and peer support

• Career development opportunities

• Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees

• Compensation for education and professional development (Worksmart Program)

• Employee and family assistance program (EAP Provider, Inkblot)

• Wellness resources

• Many Perks & discounts (Perkopolis)

• Staff & service provider events

Accommodation and VHAs commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

How to Apply?

Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. Well only be contacting those selected for further discussion.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and were passionate about providing spectacular care.

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VHA Home HealthCare