Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse (Contract)

Position Overview

As a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), you are passionate about empowering clients and their families to maintain independence through health education and hands-on care. Working collaboratively with the Care Designer and the interdisciplinary care team, you will help create a safe, innovative, and client-centered environment that supports each person’s unique goals and needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments for clients and their family members or caregivers.
• Identify care needs and develop personalized, goal-oriented care plans.
• Provide health teaching and hands-on training to clients and families on daily living activities such as:
• Personal care
• Medication management
• Mobility and safety
• Support clients and families in navigating the healthcare system and connecting with community resources.
• Monitor and evaluate client progress, making adjustments to care plans as needed to ensure best practices and safety.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, teaching, and care plans.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure integrated, coordinated care.
• Promote safe, client- and family-centered care consistent with each individual’s home environment and life circumstances.
• Utilize mobile and electronic applications for documentation and communication (e.g., phone, email, AlayaCare).

Availability

• Status: Casual, Contract Position
• Flexibility: Required for scheduling and client visits

Reporting & Relationships

• Reports To: Care Designer
• Collaborates With: Care Designers and interdisciplinary care team

Key Performance Indicators

• Attendance and reliability
• Compliance with AMS (Attendance Monitoring System - AlayaCare)
• Quality of client care and documentation

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as an RN or RPN
• Minimum 3-5 years of nursing experience in a clinical or community health setting (home care experience is an asset)
• Demonstrated excellence in health teaching and communication with a compassionate, client-centered approach
• Two positive professional references
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability to travel independently throughout Ontario
• Criminal record check (vulnerable sector clearance)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proficiency with mobile applications and electronic documentation systems