Registered Nurse; RN) Hospice

Who We Are

Careforis Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not‑for‑profit, with over 1,200 employees serving Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke‑Renfrew County. As the founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses,Careforhas been supporting seniors and vulnerable populations since 1897.

We are committed to supporting our staff through comprehensive onboarding, continual training, and ongoing professional development. With the HOOPP pension plan, strong benefits, and a supportive work environment, we help our employees grow both personally and professionally. AtCarefor, our work matters — and we are proud of the impact we haveinpeople’s lives.

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible forthe provision and management of cost‑effective nursing care to individuals and families in the hospice setting. Care is delivered within

Carefor’squality and risk management framework andin accordance withthe standards and scope of practiceestablishedby the Ontario College of Nurses. The RN provides clinical leadership, teaches and delegates tasks to regulated and unregulated care providers, and ensures high‑quality, client‑centred care.

Vehicle access is a condition of employment for Full‑Time positions.

• Provide complete and relevant assessments of clients and families using established procedures.

• Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and families.

• Incorporate discharge planning into the care plan.

• Implement nursing interventions according to the established care plan.

• Perform technical nursing skills safely andin accordance with nursing principles and Careforpolicies.

• Evaluate and document client and family responses to care using established documentation tools.

• Utilize effective interviewing and communication skills to obtain client information.

• Clearly and accurately document nursing processes according to Careforstandards.

• Revise care plans based on client outcomes and changing needs.

• Demonstrate negotiation skills and respect for client choices and decisions.

• Provide health teaching using adult learning principles and established materials.

• Integrate current research and best practices into clinical care.

• Communicate client status regularly with the interdisciplinary team.

• Refer clients appropriately to other nursing providers and disciplines.

• Document rationale for referrals, changes in visit frequency, and discharge decisions.

• Provide cost‑effective, organized, outcome‑focused care.

• Demonstrate effective time management and planning.

• Delegate care appropriately to family members, RPNs, and other providers.

• Promote client‑directed care, self‑care, and independence.

• Act as a clinical resource and mentor for staff and students.

• Support clients and families in making informed decisions about health and service needs.

• Act as Team Leader in the absence of the Hospice Manager.

• Practice in accordance with Carefor’squality and risk management framework, including infection control and client safety.

• Demonstrate knowledge of WHMIS, universal precautions, and safe work practices.

• Report equipment defects, hazards, and health and safety concerns promptly.

• Ensure all workplace incidents are reported according to legislation and Careforprocedures.

• Participate in decision‑making and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

• Maintain competence through ongoing education, including CPR, high‑tech training, and palliative care initiatives.

• Collaborate with management and colleagues in evaluating personal practice (e.g., CNO reflective practice).

• Function in accordance with Careforpolicies, procedures, strategic directions, and applicable legislation.

• Certificate of Competence/License as a Registered Nurse in Ontario.

• Vehicle access is a condition…