Pediatric Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - School Nurse - Ailsa Craig

at  WeeCare Pediatric Home Health Care

POSITION

If you enjoy the meaningful connections that come from working as a private duty nurse in a school environment, please continue reading! WeeCare Pediatric Home Health Care is currently hiring a Part-time Pediatric Registered Practical School Nurse in Ailsa Craig, Ontario.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed and in good standing with the CNO
• Experience working with pediatrics
• Current BLS certification
• Vulnerable Sector Check within the past 6 months
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle

PURPOSE

As a Pediatric Registered Practical Nurse with WeeCare, your role is about more than just supporting the medical needs of clients; it’s also about providing peace and comfort in their homes. While you are expected to administer medical care according to the client’s care plan, we also expect you to serve as a trustworthy extension of the client’s family.

DUTIES

• Administer and document medications as prescribed
• Monitor and maintain the safekeeping of drugs and narcotics
• Maintain child’s records and required documentation in accordance with CNO standards
• Assist the child with personal care, hygiene, and activities of daily living
• Observe and report on changes in child’s condition to parent/guardian
• Assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring, and adaptive aids
• Demonstrate understanding of child’s needs and maximize abilities
• Provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to the child/parent/guardian
• Respond to client/parent/guardian concerns and ensure appropriate action is taken
• Assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including child’s equipment and belongings
• Notify supervisor of any concerns impacting child’s safety
• Complete all other tasks as assigned