NSWOCC is a CNA Affiliate Plus of the Canadian Network of Nursing Specialties
How to Apply
Please apply online at: VHA Careers
Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.
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.
Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We’ll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.
Job Description
As an NSWOC at VHA Home HealthCare, you will:
Provide consultation and education to, and work in collaboration with, physicians/nurse practitioners, nursing, and other interdisciplinary team members to provide evidencebased care for patients/clients/residents with skin, wound, ostomy, and continence concerns.
Work with a dynamic team of wound and skin providers, consulting remotely and in person with clients in the community
Provide leadership and demonstrates/applies advanced clinical preparation and expert nursing skills in the provision of care to patients/clients/residents who have skin, wound, ostomy, and/or continence challenges.
VHA's Registered Nurses are required to do the following tasks, but not limited to:
Assess, Monitor, and make care plan/care coordination reports and recommendations.
Evaluate care plan interventions through on-going reassessment and evaluation.
Ensure the quality of care of patients by identifying and acting on factors which affect practice autonomy and delivery of quality care.
Demonstrate professionalism, leadership, judgment, 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.
Informs nursing supervisor of any client activities and relevant concerns or changes in the client or the client care plan and informs/submits appropriate documentation to the case coordinator.
Maintain documentation standards according to the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Requirements/Qualifications
Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
RN Degree from a recognized University.
Must have completed the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Education Program (WOC-EP) from NSWOCC.
Current and active membership in NSWOC Canada, preferred
Preference will be given to candidates who have additionally completed any of one of the following: (1) Master’s program in Advanced Wound Care (MScCH WPC) from UofT or (2) Master of Clinical Science (MCISc) in Wound Healing Program from Western University or (3) an education program with the International Interdisciplinary Wound Care Course (IIWCC) from UofT.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in Medical/Surgical Nursing or Wound Care Management is preferred.
A comprehensive knowledge of community health care is preferred.
Hold a valid First Aid or CPR Certification.
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 is required.
Company/Organization Description
Grounded in our commitment to Client and Family Centred Care the key foci on the RN 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.
What makes VHA’s compensation unique?
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
Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
Compensation for education and professional development (Worksmart Program)
Employee and family assistance program (EAP Provider, GreenShield)
Wellness resources
Many Perks & discounts (Perkopolis)
Staff & service provider events
Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI
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.