About VHA Home HealthCare
VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”
Pay Range Rate: $26.60-$41.10 /visit (placement on salary range as per Collective Agreement), plus palliative visit stipend Estimated annual earning potential: $80,000–$130,000. Actual earnings may vary based on availability and service volumes.
Grounded in our commitment to Client and Family Centred Care the key foci on the RN and RPN role is to provide and coordinate home health nursing services to diverse group of individuals, families and groups according to the College of Nurses of Ontario Practice Standards, the policies and procedures of VHA, the program where they provide services, and the Standards of Practice in Community Health Nursing. We are currently seeking Registered Practical Nurse (RPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) to support our Palliative care program in Durham region. This is a Visiting Nurse position, candidates must possess a valid Ontario driver's license (G License) and have access to a reliable vehicle for traveling. The Palliative care program delivers home nursing and end-of-life care for individuals, families, and groups. Palliative nurses collaborate inter-professionally with external palliative care community teams, care coordinators, physicians, nurse practitioners, and personal support workers (PSWs).
Key Areas of Accountability
- Assess, monitor, and make care planning and care coordination.
- Evaluate care plan interventions through on-going reassessment and evaluation results.
- Ensure the quality of patient care by identifying and acting on factors which affects practice autonomy and delivery of quality care.
- Demonstrate professionalism, leadership, judgement, and accountability in interactions with clients and families.
- Support safe client care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement.
- Inform the nursing supervisor of any client activities, relevant concerns, or changes in the client’s condition or care plan, and submit appropriate documentation to the case coordinator.
- Maintain documentation standards according to the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Participate in a standby/on-call rotation to be available for answering calls and respond, if needed.
- Participate in team meetings, as required during the stated availability.
Required Qualifications
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Membership of your Professional Association preferred (RNAO/WeRPN).
- RPN diploma or RN diploma/degree from a recognized university or college.
- Hold a valid First Aid or CPR Certification.
- A moderate level of wound care or venipuncture knowledge and experience is an asset.
- Acute Care and Medical-Surgical nursing experience is an asset.
- Knowledge of community nursing is an asset.
- Demonstrate effective communication (written and verbal) and documentation skills.
- Demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, and availability for the role.
- Commitment to modeling lifelong learning and professional growth and can apply critical thinking skills to provide client care.
- A valid Ontario driver’s license (G License) and a reliable vehicle for traveling are required.
Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
- Compensation for education and professional development
- VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
- Mentorship and peer support
- Career development opportunities
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness resources
- Perks & discounts
- Staff & service provider events
- Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI
DEI & Accessibility
At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.
Company Mission
VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto. VHA Home HealthCare has been lending a helping hand to people in the community since 1925. As a not-for-profit charitable organization, we support seniors, families, people with disabilities and those living with chronic or terminal illness to live as independently as possible. With close to 3,000 staff and service providers – including personal support workers, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, home support workers and office support staff – we provide services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to clients in their home and the community.
At VHA, we’re passionate about the work we do, the impact we make, and about supporting our clients, communities, and each other. As a VHA team member you’ll do more than provide services to clients; you’ll build strong, long-lasting bonds and real relationships with our clients and their families. We offer high-quality, multilingual services in southern Ontario and our work environment focuses on supporting clients and staff through client-centered care, well-connected health care teams, and continual improvement. Our people are as diverse as the clients and communities we support and we value your unique talents.
Career Opportunities
So, if you’re passionate about serving others and making a difference, you belong at VHA. A Life-Changing Opportunity Providing better care to our clients and their families is what fuels us. And today we’re at the forefront. Through our community partnerships, innovation initiatives, and a focus on research and transformation, we are making an impact like never before. To support you and your goals, there are a range of full-time, part-time and casual positions at VHA with varying schedules to meet our clients’ needs and your own. We also try to give you an interesting mix of new and repeat clients so you can build relationships and enjoy variety. We know that our team members can provide their best care when their own needs are being met. Together, we are reimagining the future of health care. Reimagine your career with VHA.
At VHA, we offer you opportunities to advance your career with an industry-recognized leader in care that truly values its clients and its people. We offer: The opportunity to join a leading charitable organization you can be proud of with over 95 years of experience providing high quality care. A stimulating, diverse, client and family-focused work environment with a variety of full-time and part time positions. We invest in our staff, offering continuous opportunities for learning, competitive compensation and paid orientation, a confidential and free Employee Assistance Program, and more. Eligible staff are also entitled to a pension plan and comprehensive benefits package. Best of all, we foster a supportive, and respectful team environment where we all thrive.
