CareKW is looking for a Nursing Coordinator to provide support to patients in our community. Continuous training, support and mentorship will be provided to develop competencies related to the role.

Responsibilities:

• Complete regular caregiver skill evaluations, address concerns as appropriate in collaboration with Skills Manager
• Address client or caregiver queries or concerns related to the provision of care (in person or by telephone)
• Perform client intake assessments prior to the start of services and complete client update assessments as needed throughout the duration of service; communicate focus of intervention to client and family
• Create and maintain client care plans based on client's identified care needs; communicate changes in client's health status or discrepancies in assigned care tasks to community care coordinator
• Be flexible in covering open shifts and display willingness to adjust work schedule to ensure coverage in the community
• Work with clients to establish meaningful goals to increase their function at home
• Remain flexible to adjust work schedule to cover open shifts to meet client care needs
• Work as a dynamic part of a multidisciplinary team
• Assist with policy creation as needed
• Be responsive to emails and calls as needed
• Provide client-centered, family-centered care
• Must be available for rotating shifts.

Requirement

• Hold registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Be willing to travel within an assigned geographical area
• Must be available for rotating shifts and every other weekend.
• Possess a willingness to enhance professional competencies in clinical assessment and hands-on skills through training and professional development in the workplace
• Be a strong leader who is interested in bettering the skills of Personal Support staff
• Possess confidence in their ability to uptrain staff, evaluate skills and enact disciplinary measures when appropriate
• Be flexible in covering open shifts and display willingness to adjust work schedule to ensure coverage in the community
• Possess good communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills in a professional setting
• Hold a valid work permit (if applicable)
• Possess a current CPR/First Aid Certification
• Will be able to provide a clean vulnerable sector screening (VSS)
• A valid driver's license and access to a car
• Have up-to-date immunization records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B, COVID-19)
• Hold a valid drivers license and have access to a vehicle

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare benefits program (Healthcare Spending Account)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan Program
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Strong IT support
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.

Location:
Main office (in-person position)

Shift Details:

• Rotational shifts (morning, afternoons and overnights)
• Every other weekend required