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Requisition Details:
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Employment Status: Temporary, Part-time (0. 5 FTE)\u00A0
Program Name: Visiting Nursing
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 37.5
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: NSNU - Portability of seniority as per the collective agreement.
Program Name: Visiting Nursing
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 37.5
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: NSNU - Portability of seniority as per the collective agreement.
Anticipated End Date: December 2026
On Call: Yes
Existing Vacancy: Yes \u2013 we\u2019re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.
On Call: Yes
Existing Vacancy: Yes \u2013 we\u2019re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.
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About us:
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VON Canada is a not-for-profit organization providing home and community care services for over 125 years. Focusing on person-centred care, we provide people with the support they need and want at home and in the community so they can live healthier, happier lives surrounded by loved ones.
VON - At the heart of care.
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About the role:
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Imagine working with autonomy, and practicing to full scope, while building meaningful connections with your clients. As a VON nurse, you'll deliver holistic person-centred care to children, youth, adults, seniors, and support their families. You'll have the opportunity to work in clients' homes, in our clinics, virtually, and engage in community outreach. If you're ready to bring your skills directly into the homes and hearts of our clients and enjoy driving, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
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What we offer:\u00A0
- Work to your full scope of practice
- Ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge
- Comprehensive orientation program to ensure your success
- Competitive salary and vacation time
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contributions for eligible employees
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, LTD) for eligible employees and an Employee Assistance Program
- Smartphone to help you stay organized and connected throughout your day\u00A0
- Travel compensation and mileage
What you'll do:
- Client assessments
- Provide primary care in collaboration with other healthcare professionals \u00A0
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Chronic Disease Management, e.g. diabetes care and education
- Specimen collection
- Rehabilitative programs
- Palliative Care
- And many other critical nursing skills\u00A0
What we're looking for:\u00A0
- Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the province of practice
- Community health experience is an asset
- Must enjoy driving, have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
- A current and original copy of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check required
- Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)\u00A0
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A quick note: This posting is for recruitment purposes. Full job descriptions are available.
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Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.
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Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its\u2019 discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.
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Other terms commonly searched for this type of opportunity: LPN, nurse, nursing, practical nurse, clinic nurse, LPN nurse, new graduate.\u00A0
Requirements
Level of education
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Diploma
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Work experience (years)
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Written languages
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