School Nurse

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive client assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate care plans based on best evidence and each client's needs.
• Provide holistic nursing care in homes, communities, and school settings, addressing physical, safety, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Serve as the accountable point-of-care lead for assigned client caseloads in collaboration with care-team members and support functions.
• Support care transitions by connecting clients with local community support services.
• Use nursing knowledge, skill, and judgment within the appropriate RN scope of practice.

Requirements

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and current CPR certificate.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle; travel is required.
• Updated immunization records, clear criminal background check, and Vulnerable Sector check are required upon hire.
• Willingness to attain required Saint Elizabeth certifications.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Word, MS Excel, and email.
• Availability for days, evenings, nights, and every other weekend; travel around Guelph, Elora, Rockwood, Fergus, and surrounding areas.
• Ability to meet physical demands including dexterity, walking, stairs, standing, bending, reaching, frequent movement, and lifting up to approximately 55 pounds.
• Adaptability, initiative, organization, communication, critical thinking, and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Pediatric competencies are preferred; Canadian Nurses Association specialty certification is an asset.

Compensation

• Hiring pay range is $27.30–$30.30 per hour based on experience.
• Paid mileage between clients; mobile device and three uniforms are provided.

Benefits and development

• Benefits include pension, on-demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing, staff perks, education bursaries, tuition support, training, and mentorship.
• Subsidized RNAO and RPNAO memberships are offered.

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