Registered Nurse, Palliative

Company Overview

We don’t just deliver care, we shape it. At Spectrum, you’ll join a purpose-driven team committed to building an integrated, equitable, and people-centered health system. You’ll enjoy working with a diverse population and have the freedom to make a real difference in their lives.

This role seeks full and part-time Registered Nurses (RNs) to participate in a dedicated team delivering a highly integrated, one team, community palliative care model for Etobicoke. You will support patients and families throughout their palliative care journey and provide holistic proactive care that enhances quality of life, comfort, dignity and security.

• Work under the supervision of the Integrated Care Program Supervisor.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans based on patients’ unique needs and goals of care.
• Participate in clinical huddles and case conferences with physicians and allied health.
• Practice in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the Regulated Health Professions Act and Spectrum Health Care standards, policies and procedures.
• Travel within the assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities.

• Currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience; two years palliative care experience preferred.
• Experience working with palliative care patients.
• Asset:
  Canadian Nursing Association (CNA) certification in Palliative Care Nursing or enrollment in the program; or LEAP certification; or Fundamentals of Palliative Care; or Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE); or Core Concepts.
• Current police check suitable for working with vulnerable sector.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable vehicle with willingness to travel.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificate.
• Demonstrated competence in nursing skills including wound care, IV therapy, chronic disease management, palliative care and pain management.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve.

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.