RN, Full-time & Part-Time, Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                 POSTING # 2024-004RH

ROTARY HOSPICE STRATFORD PERTH (HOSPICE CARE AVON MAITLAND)

NOTICE OF VACANCY

POSITION:       REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

                              Full time & Part time position, 12hr shifts on a rotating schedule

POSITION SUMMARY:        

As a member of the interprofessional collaborative team, the nurse is responsible for individualized hospice and palliative care that focuses on comfort and quality of life, care planning, assessment & pain and symptom management, and psychosocial care for the resident and their family.

REPORTS TO:             Director of Resident Care (DRC)

 DATE REQUIRED:    As soon as possible

QUALIFICATIONS:                                                

• Current registered member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS certification
• Completion of established palliative care courses such as Core and Advanced Fundamentals, LEAP, CAPCE,

      preferred, or willingness to enroll.

EXPERIENCE:                                                      

• One-two (1-2) years of recent palliative care experience with demonstrated expertise in pain and symptom management; experience in a hospice residence setting or a palliative unit/community assignment preferred. Willing to train suitable candidates.

REQUIREMENTS:                         

• Two Step TB test and Vulnerable Sector Check                           

ABILITIES:                                                                 

• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.
• Passion for palliative/end-of-life care
• Good team player, able to build positive rapport with

      residents, families, and community partners

• An interest in ongoing professional development

More information about Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth can be found at www.rotaryhospice.ca or by calling us at (519) 508-4900 ext. 550.

Please submit a complete resume by visiting our Career opportunities at the website: https://hpha2.talentpoolbuilder.com  and selecting Rotary Hospice in the Department drop down.

Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance.