Hours: Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including both days and nights, on a variable schedule.
Rate of Pay: $39.23 - $43.59 (Starting salary will be determined by factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.)
Reason for Posting: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
How You Will Make an ImpactEmmanuel House Hospice is a ten-bed palliative care facility located in Hamilton that offers a home-like environment for individuals who are nearing the end of their lives. Support and care are provided in a team-based approach, including various interdisciplinary team members such as personal support workers, nursing, physicians, spiritual and psychosocial support. We embrace a person centered and holistic model of care and the importance of providing individuals dignity at the end of their life.
What You'll Bring to Our Team- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
- BCLS certificate required or willing to obtain upon hire.
- Experience working with individuals and their families in the end of life or with a life limiting illness.
- Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to work with evidence-based practices related to pain and symptom management and end of life care are required.
- Previous palliative care experience either in hospital based palliative care, hospice or other healthcare settings with knowledge of the death/dying process.
- Ability to lead and work collaboratively as a member of an intradisciplinary team.
- Enhanced Fundamentals of Palliative Care is an asset (completed or actively pursuing) an asset.
- Resourceful problem-solver with strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent time management and ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional continuing education.
- Excellent attendance record required.
- Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Hospitality, Respect, Responsibility, Quality, and Spirituality.
- Knowledge of harm reduction approaches to care.
- Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset.
- Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.
What We Offer- Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
- Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
- POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
- Make a difference and provide HOPE
- Extended Health Benefits
Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
