Registered Practical Nurse - Palliative Care Program (North Durham)

Demonstrate professionalism, leadership, judgement, and accountability in interactions with clients and families.

Support safe client care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement.

Inform the nursing supervisor of any client activities, relevant concerns, or changes in the client’s condition or care plan, and submit appropriate documentation to the case coordinator.

Maintain documentation standards according to the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Participate in a standby/on-call rotation to be available for answering calls and respond, if needed.

Participate in team meetings, as required during the stated availability.

Required Qualifications: Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).

Membership of your Professional Association preferred (RNAO/WeRPN).

RPN diploma or RN diploma/degree from a recognized university or college.

Hold a valid First Aid or CPR Certification.

A moderate level of wound care or venipuncture knowledge and experience is an asset.

Acute Care and Medical-Surgical 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.

A valid Ontario driver’s license (G License) and a reliable vehicle for traveling are required.

What makes VHA’s compensation unique?

Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees Compensation for education and professional development VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career Mentorship and peer support Career development opportunities Employee and family assistance program Wellness resources Perks & discounts Staff & service provider events Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA.

We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience.

VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups.

If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

How to Apply?

Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

Thank you to everyone who applies.

We will review applications as they are received.

We’ll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.