CANADIAN RESIDENTS AND LOCAL TO THE AREA ONLY
You MUST live in Canada, live locally to the job opportunity, and be eligible to work in Canada. All out-of-country requests will be ignored.
Job description
Right at Home is looking for experienced, professional LPN/RN/RPN to add to our team of exceptional Nurses and assist with 1:1 client care in Markham & Scarborough, Ontario.
At Right at Home Canada, we pride ourselves in offering a full range of exceptional support and care services for those with physical, medical, or memory impairment, at home, wherever home is to them. Hospital, retirement community, or family home, Right at Home can top up the support already provided by family members, government resources or retirement residences. Our flexible, professional and relationship-orientated support is there when our clients need it most.
Responsibilities
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Perform safe and effective medication administration, including intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, insulin administration, and blood glucose monitoring.
Manage IV therapies, including peripheral IV care, gravity infusions, elastomeric pumps, and CADD Solis pump management.
Provide comprehensive central line and access device care, including PICC lines and implanted ports (Port‑a‑Cath).
Deliver skilled wound care, including general wound management, negative pressure wound therapy (VAC), and post‑procedure care.
Perform suture and staple removal in accordance with clinical guidelines.
Manage enteral feeding therapies, including general enteral care and Kangaroo pump operation.
Provide care for respiratory and airway devices, including tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, and T‑tube management.
Manage chest drainage systems, including chest tubes, Heimlich valves, Pneumostat, and Atrium devices.
Perform care and maintenance of surgical drains, including JP drains, abscess drains, PTC drains, and drain removal when indicated.
Provide ostomy care, including ileostomy and colostomy management, patient education, and appliance changes.
Manage urinary and peritoneal devices, including Foley catheters and Tenckhoff catheters.
Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and report concerns promptly to the healthcare team.
Educate patients and caregivers on device management, medication administration, and ongoing care needs.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
Adhere to infection prevention, safety protocols, and professional practice standards at all times.
We look forward to meeting you!
License/Certification:
CPR Certification/First Aid Training (required)
2-step TB test (required)
VSS/Criminal Record Check (required)
Nursing license and registered in good standing with the CNO (required)
COVID-19 considerations:
All nurses are to wear a mask while with a client. Personal protective equipment is provided. All nurses are to be up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations and provide proof of vaccination.
