School Nurse

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive client assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-informed care plans.
• Provide holistic nursing care for clients’ physical, safety, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Act as accountable point-of-care lead for an assigned caseload when designated as primary provider.
• Collaborate with care team members and connect clients to local community support services during care transitions.

Requirements

• Current College of Nurses of Ontario registration as an RN or RPN and a current CPR certificate are required.
• A valid driver’s licence and vehicle are required; travel across Guelph, Elora, Rockwood, Fergus, and nearby areas is part of the role.
• Updated immunization records, clear criminal background check, and vulnerable sector check are required upon hire.
• Candidates need flexibility for days, evenings, nights, and every other weekend, plus strong computer skills.
• Physical demands include lifting up to approximately 55 pounds and frequent walking, stair climbing, standing, bending, reaching, and movement.
• Pediatric competencies are preferred; CNA specialty certification is an asset.
• Candidates need organizational, interpersonal, communication, critical-thinking, initiative, and adaptability skills and must work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to attain required Saint Elizabeth certifications.

Compensation

• Hiring pay range is $37.35–$41.35 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits and support

• Benefits include pension, on-demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing, staff perks, and paid mileage between clients.
• Education bursaries, tuition support, training, mentorship, and leadership support are available.
• Mobile device and three uniforms are provided; subsidized RNAO and RPNAO memberships are offered.

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