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Location: Ontario

Job date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 04:14:36 GMT

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Job description: Registered Nurse (RN) Remote, Brantford, Ontario Permanent, Part Time (0.6 FTE) ReqID: 39192

Description

Position at VON Canada (Ontario)

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.6 FTE)
Program Name: eHomecare
Work Schedule: Evenings, Includes Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: ONA
Biweekly Hours: 48
On-Call: No

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse, Directing (DRN) role manages pediatric, palliative and/or acute medically complex clients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) by directing Personal Support Workers (PSWs), also known as Health Care Technicians (HCT). HCTs are provided specialized training and education to work with this patient population. Utilizing an innovative care delivery model and electronic documentation technology, the DRN, working remotely, accesses, assesses and identifies the client’s immediate care needs and using the collaborative approach model immediately provides the appropriate direction to the on-site HCT to provide the direct care, resulting in real time provision of care services.

Responsibilities:

• Provide remote assessment and management of care services to clients in their homes
• Provide clinical direction and assignment of tasks within the unregulated care provider’s (PSW/HCT) practice statement (collaborative approach to patient care)
• Maintain accurate client clinical records, in digital and paper format
• Maintain patient assignment within the virtual ward
• Work collaboratively with all team members to ensure all patient care needs are met
• Utilizes effective communication in daily huddles and with response to emails/phone calls
• Communicate with outside service provider agencies and Case Managers as appropriate
• Participate as a valued member of the multi-disciplinary health care team
• Provide clinical leadership, direction and mentorship within the health care team
• Participate and facilitate a collaborative team-based environment
• Establish and maintain relationships with local health care providers
• Participate in CNO Reflective Practice
• Uphold VON standards and eHomecare specific processes
• Willingness to participate in internal projects and ongoing improvement initiatives
• Able to demonstrate professionalism in a diverse working environment
• Demonstrate adaptability in managing change in a fast-paced virtual environment

Qualifications:

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• DRNs must hold a CNA Certificate in Palliative Care or have completed both the “Fundamentals of Palliative Care” and the “Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE)”
• Pediatric DRNs must have extensive hands-on experience in the provision of Pediatric Care
• Recent palliative, pediatric, and/or acute medical experience with COPD and CHF patients required
• Demonstrated advanced assessment skills
• Experience in gerontology and/or medical-surgical
• Experience working in community-based health care system is an asset
• Demonstrated competencies in observation, independent assessment; health education and promotion, and familiarity with COPD/CHF clinical pathways
• Digital and electronic health experience, EMR and mobile technology
• Proficient nursing skills with the ability to read and interpret electronic technical information related to client outcomes and provide clinical direction
• Critical thinking, problem-solving and multi-tasking skills are mandatory
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary virtual team setting, as well as the ability to work independently is required
• Must have high-speed internet access, computer skills and the ability to work from home in a private office area
• Individual must be eligible and successfully obtain a security screening certificate from the Government of Canada
• Valid CPR C / First Aid required
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment
• A vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
• Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements.

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’ 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.

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details.

VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.

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Location: Ontario

Job date: Thu, 04 Jan 2024 03:33:32 GMT

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Job description: Other Healthcare / Client Support Roles Mount Forest, Ontario Fergus, Ontario Permanent, Part Time (0.5 FTE) ReqID: 39298

Description

Position at VON Canada (Ontario)

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Regular, Part Time (0.5 FTE)
Program Name: SMART
Work Schedule: Days
Biweekly Hours: 37.5
On Call: No

Job Summary:

Working within the full scope of practice as outlined by the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario, the Kinesiologist is responsible for providing client-centered, evidence-based, efficient care to individuals in their homes and community. The Kinesiologist ensures care is provided within the framework of quality & risk management and the standards and scope of practice set by VON and the relevant provincial regulatory body.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides service consistent with the standards established by VON and the provincial regulatory body.
• Works with clients to set and achieve functional goals as applicable.
• May develop in-home and group based exercise programs that prevent injury and provide rehabilitative and therapeutic benefits for senior clients whose needs require an exercise program that incorporates specific attention to underlying medical issues and associated risks
• May develop, coordinate and deliver falls prevention education for the Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together (SMART) program.
• Provides complete, relevant assessments and re-assessments of the client and their environment as applicable utilizing pre-set procedures as applicable.
• Implements kinesiology strategies or interventions according to client needs as appropriate.
• Describes and documents kinesiology processes clearly, concisely, accurately and appropriately, according to regulatory and VON standards.
• Utilizes appropriate interviewing and communication skills to obtain information from the client as applicable.
• Promotes involvement of client, family or caregiver in determining health and service needs as appropriate.
• Analyses and incorporates current research findings into practice.
• Documents rationale for referrals based on relevant, sound data and established guidelines.
• Refers clients to other appropriate agencies, service providers and disciplines as applicable.
• Identifies and utilizes tools and resources for relevant work and manages these resources.
• Works collaboratively within multidisciplinary team and acts as a clinical resource and mentor for other team members.
• Promotes client independence through teaching and health promotion.
• Utilizes adult learning principles and established teaching materials to provide health teaching to clients and families.
• Shares clinical knowledge to enable clients, families and the community to make informed choices in determining health and service needs.
• Practices in accordance with the quality and risk management framework of VON Canada and Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Participates in decision making and follows up to promote continuous quality improvement.
• Functions in accordance with the VON policies, procedures and strategic direction of VON Canada.
• Collaborates with management staff and colleagues in the evaluation of own practice and maintains competence through continuing education and self-reflection.
• Tracks and reports the result of program plans on a timely basis to the relevant supervisor and internal stakeholders.
• Works in partnership with community agencies and programs to support client needs.
• Works towards service targets to achieve business objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

External and Internal Relationships:

• Collaborates and engages with Clients, Program Coordinators, Program Supervisors and Manager – Home and Community Care to ensure client needs are addressed appropriately and to support client independence.
• Communicates with community partners as it pertains to client care.
• Participates actively with other healthcare professionals, organizations and the community to promote best practices.

Education, Designations and Experience:

• Post-Secondary Degree in Kinesiology or equivalent program.
• Current registration with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario.
• Minimum 2 years related experience in the assessment and treatment of clients.
• First Aid/CPR certification is required.
• Knowledge and experience in program planning and evaluation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the social and health care services network and community resources.
• Experience providing exercise programming for seniors is an asset.
• Experience or understanding of the not-for-profit healthcare environment is an asset.

Skill Requirements:

• Ability to observe and make effective assessment of clinical issues.
• Able to initiate and support health teaching, facilitation and development.
• Understanding of effective coaching methods and their implementation to assist clients
• Commitment to providing an excellent customer experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong commitment to ongoing education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills that allow for effective engagement with clients, staff and the public.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Effective time management skills that allow for the independent planning and organizing of daily work activity.
• Ability to be independent with decision-making.
• Ability to problem solve and to adapt kinesiology interventions as appropriate.
• The capacity to adhere to strict confidentiality.
• Able to articulate effectively knowledge of components of quality and risk management principles as they relate to clinical practices.

Other:

• Must have access to a personal vehicle for client visits and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required.
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas.
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at for further details.

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details.

VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.

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Location: Ontario

Job date: Sat, 06 Jan 2024 06:48:24 GMT

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