RNs and RPNs- Child and Family Program
VHA Home HealthCare
- Toronto, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
Child and Family Program
Full Time and Part-Time role
Various regions in the Greater Toronto AreaAbout the Program:The Child and Family program services families who are caring for children with complex medically needs. The clients are from 1 to 25 years old and require specialized care and nursing skills at home or in a school setting (bus escorts for school and attending medical appointments with clients (with LHIN approval). This program has both shift and visiting nurse opportunities.There is a $2000 Sign-On Bonus for full-time nurses!About the role:As a Child and Family shift nurse, you will provide personal care and all medical interventions such as tube feed, preparation, and medication administration. Care and clean medical equipment and supplies (syringes, feeding tubes, and suction canisters). You will get training in paediatric care and various nursing skills in tracheostomy tubes, mechanical ventilators, and g-tubes feed (among others).Required Qualifications:
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Membership of your Professional Association preferred (RNAO/WeRPN).
- RN diploma/degree or RPN diploma from a recognized university or college.
- Hold a valid First Aid or CPR Certification.
- New Graduates are also welcome to apply.
- Pediatric care 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 driver’s license (G License) and a reliable vehicle for traveling is an asset but not a requirement.
- VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
- Educational opportunities to enroll in Sick Kids – Connected Care Courses and Sessions
- 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