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Advanced Practice Nurse or Nurse Practitioner - Nursing Job Fair
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This posting has been created for the 2025 Nursing Jobs Fair. Please register for the in-person event here. We hope to see you there on September 20, 2025.
About the Event
The Nursing Jobs Fair is Canada’s premier recruitment event for nursing and midwifery employment opportunities both at home and abroad.
As the only event of its kind catering specifically to Eastern Canada, the Nursing Jobs Fair will offer some of the most recognised healthcare employers from across Canada & the US to meet with the very best professional talent in nursing and midwifery, looking for new challenges and new horizons. Admission is free for jobseekers.
Come on and join us and make your mark at the next Nursing Jobs Fair at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) on Saturday, 20th September 2025 from 10am to 4pm (EDT).
Summary of Duties
We are seeking Advanced Practice Nurses to facilitate processes to support excellence in patient-centered practice based on relevant best practice, conceptual frameworks, research literature and professional standards of practice, legislative requirements, and other scholarly resources.
Through a holistic and integrated approach, the APN works with members of the inter-professional team, patients and their families to provide comprehensive care.
We are also seeking Nurse Practitioners demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions. In collaboration with the interprofessional team, the NP is responsible for managing, in a comprehensive manner the health needs of patients receiving systemic therapy. The NP is responsible for leading the provision of person-centred care by completing comprehensive assessments, ordering diagnostic tests and implementing therapeutic plans of care. The NP is an advanced practice role designed to contribute to the quality of patient care through practice, education, research and leadership practices according to the philosophy and standards of Sunnybrook. The NP collaborates with the Patient Care Manager, Supervisor and Advanced Practice Nurse to enhance nursing practice through the development, implementation and evaluation of best practices.
Qualifications - Advanced Practice Nurse:
Knowledge, skills, and experience in adult education, program design, teaching, group facilitation, team work and conflict management.
Proficient computer skills.
Current College of Nurses of Ontario Certificate of Competence.
Master’s degree in Nursing or health-related discipline (completed or in progress).
A strong desire to promote professional practice and excellence in evidence-based, patient centered care.
Superior interpersonal, coaching, and leadership skills to facilitate identification and development of staff learning needs.
Committed to excellence in all aspects of the discipline including professional practice, research and education.
Membership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario, preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant nursing experience.
Self-motivated, able to cope with several projects at one time.
Flexible with change and able to set priorities and problem-solve.
Qualifications - Nurse Practitioner:
Current College of Nurses of Ontario registration in the extended class (EC) as an NP (adult) required
Master in Nursing/Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) or Masters of Science in Nursing with successful completion of a post Master’s Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate Program required
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Lfe Support required•
Expert knowledge and clinical skills in managing symptoms and complex patient care needs for patients receiving systemic therapy
Demonstrated experience through roles of advanced practitioner, educator, researcher and leader
Ability to function collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and practice in a self-directed manner
Participate in professional development of staff
Excellent complex decision-making skills, interpersonal, team-building, leadership, and oral and written communication skills
Experience precepting undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate nursing students, as well as clinical fellows in their clinical experience, and evaluating their performance
Registered Nurse
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Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
Interested in becoming a Registered Nurse in the United States ? Seek no further!
We have openings in Med Surg, ICU, ER, OR, L&D, Telemetry, Stepdown, and more.
Benefits:
- You are employed by us at Elite365
- Competitive salary
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Career advancement
- 3-year assignment length
- Competitive pay minimum of $44 to $0 CAD per hour with consideration for local cost of living in different areas
- 13,500 Bonus Opportunity
- 401(k)
We have our own relocation team that will help you and your family find a place you like, close to work, great school zone, and safe area. We pay for the first 2 months of rent as you settle in. We offer more for relocation and include reimbursements.
About us:
Elite365 Healthcare Workforce Solutions is the premier International Registered Nurse recruitment and staffing firm that helps nurses, and their immediate families, realize their American Dream. We guide and support our nurses and their families every step of the way with immigration, licensing, credentialing, deployment, relocation and settling into their new community.
How can Elite365 help you?
- Elite365 can help you to fulfill your Dream of coming to work and living in the United States.
- Elite365 will sponsor you in and guide you in the steps to obtain your RN license in the United States.
- We facilitate and sponsor the entire process to help you obtain a TN (or an EB-3 Green Card).
- Elite365 helps you find the right position in the right setting to match your clinical experience while considering your professional and personal goals.
- Elite365 covers travel to the United States.
- Elite365s relocation team will help you find the perfect home and pay for the first 60 days of housing.
- Elite365s RNs, who act as Clinical Nurse Advocates, will prepare you clinically for your success in the US and will meet with you regularly throughout your entire assignment.
- Elite365 will offer options for future employment beyond the completion of your initial assignment.
- Canadian citizenship (required for the TN Visa) or your AOR number
- 100% Flexibility with assignment location
- NCLEX
- English speaking
- Ability to pass background check
- Current acute care experience or less than a 2 year gap
- Other specialties may be considered upon application
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Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!
At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.
Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.
Job DescriptionApply all aspects of the nursing process to the care of the surgical day patient in a professional and multi-disciplinary team. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing care to patients in the PACU and Ambulatory Care Clinic and Pre-Admission Clinic.
Qualifications- Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current Heart & Stroke approved Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire
- ACLS Certification required at time of hire and ongoing
- Recent Surgical Day Care nursing experience
- Recent PACU and/or critical care nursing experience required.
- Critical Care Nursing course and/or PACU course required.
- Coronary Care 1 and 2 preferred
- Experience with administering IV drugs below the drip chambers, central lines, Epidural/ PCA pump, ECG machines, invasive pressure monitoring required.
- Experience with phlebotomy, paracentesis, and other ambulatory care procedures.
- Ability to interpret advanced arrhythmias
- Strong patient assessment skills essential
- Must possess excellent decision making & critical thinking skills
- Flexible, good team player with positive attitude.
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
- Caring attitude with patients, families and co-workers.
- Satisfactory employment and attendance record required.
Additional Information
Hours: Monday to Sunday - Various rotating shifts-- Days and Evenings -- 7.5 hour shifts. On call PACU shifts scheduled (hours subject to change based on operational requirements)
Salary: $39.07 per hour - $56.00 per hour
Date Posted: June 3, 2025
Internal Applications Due By: June 10, 2025
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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.
We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.
All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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Salary: $41.32/hr
POSITION TITLE: Registered Nurse
Status: Full-time, Part-time, Casual and Term (extension eligible)
Location: 24 Selkirk Street, Ottawa, ON
Reports to: Executive Director
The Akausivik Inuit Family Health Team (AIFHT) is passionate about providing culturally competent, high-quality care and support, intended to enhance the wellbeing of Inuit. We work with federal, provincial, and local health authorities to ensure we are providing a responsive and culturally appropriate model of excellence in primary care.
ABOUT THE JOB:
The Akausivik Inuit Family Health Team (AIFHT) is currently looking for aRegistered Nurse to work conjointly with the interdisciplinary team of physicians, case managers, interpreters and other service providers to serve as medical and cultural interpreters for AIFHT patients. The Registered Nurse supports the activities of the staff physicians, residents and students. The position provides a high level of patient care in a team of health professionals and is responsible for co-ordination of patients' care with other health care professionals and outside resources, patient follow up, triage, developing an ongoing awareness of the various programs and services available in the community, acting as a health resource to community members, and providing for patient care in the office, including assisting at minor procedures and general nursing care. The registered nurse participates in the education of patients and their own professional development.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support to patients and families
Interprets reports to patients as requested by physician
Provides emotional support in difficult situations
Assists individual patients in setting objectives and goals
Works in liaison with community resources to meet the needs of the Centres patients
Patient education; provide individual and group sessions to patients in the understanding of physical care
Arranging consultations, referrals and tests
Team support and communication
Maintenance of Electronic Medical Record
Liaison with physicians and other team members as required
Liaise with other care providers in the health care system and community as required
Triage, (Telephone and Walk-ins)
Preparation for office visits
Patient care
Assist with specialized clinics- Assist with prescription renewals:
Knows the patient drug history, allergies and contraindications
Liaises with the pharmacy, patient or patient representative
Obtains accurate and complete information about the renewal request
Obtains approval for the renewal from a physician
Maintains accurate records of renewals
Procedures and treatments as prescribed including but not limited to
Removal of sutures
Dressing
First aid/CPR
Immunization- Phlebotomy
Other related duties and activities as may be assigned.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
- Two years clinical experience in a Primary Care setting as a Registered Nurse
- Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
- Current membership with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current membership in professional associations, RNAO, NPAO
- Demonstrated competence in team building, conflict management, and interpersonal effectiveness
- Teaching experience will be considered an asset
- Excellent oral / written skills
- Strong clinical skills
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Inuit culture
- In depth knowledge of chronic illness care, including both clinical and supportive care
- Able to be innovative and creative in order to develop strategies that successfully meet the needs of diverse patient, family, and provider population
- Flexible
- Ability to work effectively with all members of the health care team
- Ability to work in an inter-professional team environment
- Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment
- Competency in computer-based programs (Microsoft Programs -Access, Word, Excel)
- An interest in delivering high-quality care in home settings and/or palliative environments.
- Inuit language skills are considered an asset
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Must be accessible by phone
May be required to work evening and/or weekend shifts
Please Note: Preference in hiring will be given to qualified Inuit candidates. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!
At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.
We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.
Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.
Job Description- Performs functions of the Perioperative nurse.
- Scrub, circulate and assist the anaesthetist.
- Rotate throughout all surgical specialties and includes "on call" duties
Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.
- Current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current BCLS Certification required at time of hire.
- Successful completion of post graduate OR course required
- Perioperative Certification or willingness to obtain considered an asset
- Recent OR experience required
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Good team player, ability to utilize critical thinking skills, positive caring attitude, flexible and willingness to learn
- Must be able to meet the physical demands of this position
- Satisfactory employment and attendance record
- Previous leadership experience required
Additional Information
Hours: Monday to Sunday - 7.5 hour shifts - Days & Evenings plus scheduled on-call shifts (hours subject to change based on operational needs)
Salary: $39.07 per hour - $56.00 per hour
Date Posted: June 12, 2025
Internal Applications Due By: June 19, 2025
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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.
We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.
All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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We are seeking passionate and skilled healthcare professionals to join our network in Ontario, Canada. Multiple opportunities are available for:
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Travel RN, Field Nurse Case Manager, Medical Administrative Assistant, and International Medical Graduates (IMGs).
Core Requirements (All Roles)
Proven experience in nursing or healthcare support roles.
Strong knowledge of nursing care methods, emergency care, and patient safety protocols .
In-depth understanding of health & safety guidelines (sanitation, infection control, decontamination).
Ability to deliver high-quality patient care in hospitals, community, or home care settings.
Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills .
Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
Compassionate, patient, and professional in all interactions.
CPR & First Aid certification (preferred).
Police background check and immunization records may be required.
RequirementsRole-Specific Requirements
RPN / RN / NP
Active registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) .
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments within scope of practice.
Conduct patient assessments, maintain documentation, and coordinate care plans.
Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
NPs : Prescriptive authority and ability to provide independent care.
Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
Willingness to travel and temporarily relocate across provinces.
Travel & housing support may be provided.
Field Nurse Case Manager
Valid nursing license (RPN or RN).
Case management or community care experience preferred.
Ability to coordinate care between patients, families, and providers.
Medical Administrative Assistant
Diploma or certificate in Medical Office Administration .
Experience with EMR/EHR systems an asset.
Skilled in scheduling, managing patient records, and supporting clinic operations.
International Medical Graduate (IMG)
Medical degree from outside Canada.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Work Permit, PR, or Citizenship).
Opportunities available in support roles, medical assistance, and aesthetics (if trained) .
Education
RPN/RN : Nursing diploma or B.Sc. in Nursing.
NP : Master’s in Nursing.
Medical Administrative Assistant : Diploma/certificate in medical office administration.
IMG : Medical degree from outside Canada.
Why Join Us?
Competitive pay & flexible schedules (full-time, part-time, travel contracts).
Work with leading hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations in Ontario.
Career growth and training opportunities in diverse healthcare environments.
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Salary: $36.76/hr - $4.34/hr
Career Opportunity
Position Title: Registered Nurse
Classification: Nurse
Job type: Term 1.0 FTE (35hs/week) until March 31, 2026
Department: Ottawa Newcomer Health Centre (ONHC)
Reporting to: Manager, ONHC
Compensation: 36.76 - 44.34/hrs plus optional Pension Plan(HOOPP)
and 14hs of Paid Personal Leave
Deadline to apply: until a suitable candidate is found
Apply to:
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About us
We are Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC), a non-profit, community-governed organization that serves over 18,000 clients annually. Established in 1978, SWCHC provides a wide range of health care services such as primary health care, health promotion, community development, mental health, and harm reduction. We are deeply connected to the communities we serve and committed to removing barriers to accessing services for people who experience vulnerabilities because of their age, income, ability, sexual orientation or gender identity, and language or culture.
SWCHC strives to ensure that our team reflects the communities we serve. We work within an anti-racist, anti-oppressive framework that acknowledges the existence and impacts of systemic racism and seeks to ensure that systems are fair and equitable for everyone.
What the ONHC Entails
The Ottawa Newcomer Health Centre (ONHC) is a proud program of the Somerset West Community Health Centre that provide healthcare, offers timely, coordinated and culturally appropriate health and social services to newcomers. Our approach to care is through a health equity lens with a focus on addressing the social determinants of health to improve the lives and wellbeing of our clients.
What Youll Do
ONHC is looking for an experienced Registered Nurse to work in our busy Primary Health Care Clinic. Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing assessments, telephone and in-person triage, immunizations, Mantoux test, and participating in ordering clinical supply and equipment.
We work within an anti-racism, anti-oppression framework that acknowledges systemic racism exists and seeks to ensure that systems are fair and equitable for everyone.
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What Were Looking For
- Your Education Path
- Registered Nurse, current license with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current CPR
- Certification in the administration of immunizations (or demonstration of competency)
- Life and Work Experience
- Three to five years experience in community nursing
- Previous clinics experience is an asset
- Previous experience using EMR, preferably PSS is an asset
- Experience doing in-person or over the phone triage
- Experience providing immunizations, catch up immunization program for newcomers
- Experience working in a community or primary health care setting
- Previous experience working within a collaborative interdisciplinary team
- Experience working with culturally diverse populations such as newcomers and refugees
- Experience working with disadvantaged communities
- Required Language
- English required.
- French or other language(s) an asset.
What You Bring to the Table
- Knowledge of Primary Health Care and the social determinants of health
- Knowledge of concepts of health promotion, disease prevention, behavior change counselling, program planning, individual and group counselling
- Knowledge and awareness related to cultural competence
- Knowledge of nursing care related to Primary Care/Community Health/Chronic Disease Management
- Knowledge of health assessment and interventions in the community or family-based practice context
- Knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention
- Knowledge of acts or legislation that governs practice: Nursing Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Protection for Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Principles of routine practices (universal precautions), Child Protection Act
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This opportunity will be closed once suitable candidate has been found
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Somerset West Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer who values the diversity of individuals in our programs and services.
We welcome and encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and racialized communities, Two-Spirit, nonbinary, LGBTQ+ people; people with disabilities; and members of other equity seeking groups.
Applicants are encouraged to share accessibility needs in the application process, and every attempt will be made to accommodate them.
Due to the high volume of applicants, we can neither confirm receipt of nor respond to inquiries regarding your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
Interested in becoming a Registered Nurse in the United States ? Seek no further!
We have openings in Med Surg, ICU, ER, OR, L&D, Telemetry, Stepdown, and more.
Benefits:
- You are employed by us at Elite365
- Competitive salary
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Career advancement
- 3-year assignment length
- Competitive pay minimum of $44 to $0 CAD per hour with consideration for local cost of living in different areas
- 13,500 Bonus Opportunity
- 401(k)
We have our own relocation team that will help you and your family find a place you like, close to work, great school zone, and safe area. We pay for the first 2 months of rent as you settle in. We offer more for relocation and include reimbursements.
About us:
Elite365 Healthcare Workforce Solutions is the premier International Registered Nurse recruitment and staffing firm that helps nurses, and their immediate families, realize their American Dream. We guide and support our nurses and their families every step of the way with immigration, licensing, credentialing, deployment, relocation and settling into their new community.
How can Elite365 help you?
- Elite365 can help you to fulfill your Dream of coming to work and living in the United States.
- Elite365 will sponsor you in and guide you in the steps to obtain your RN license in the United States.
- We facilitate and sponsor the entire process to help you obtain a TN (or an EB-3 Green Card).
- Elite365 helps you find the right position in the right setting to match your clinical experience while considering your professional and personal goals.
- Elite365 covers travel to the United States.
- Elite365s relocation team will help you find the perfect home and pay for the first 60 days of housing.
- Elite365s RNs, who act as Clinical Nurse Advocates, will prepare you clinically for your success in the US and will meet with you regularly throughout your entire assignment.
- Elite365 will offer options for future employment beyond the completion of your initial assignment.
- Canadian citizenship (required for the TN Visa) or your AOR number
- 100% Flexibility with assignment location
- NCLEX
- English speaking
- Ability to pass background check
- Current acute care experience or less than a 2 year gap
- Other specialties may be considered upon application
Registered Nurse
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Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
Interested in becoming a Registered Nurse in the United States ? Seek no further!
We have openings in Med Surg, ICU, ER, OR, L&D, Telemetry, Stepdown, and more.
Benefits:
- You are employed by us at Elite365
- Competitive salary
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Career advancement
- 3-year assignment length
- Competitive pay minimum of $44 to $0 CAD per hour with consideration for local cost of living in different areas
- 13,500 Bonus Opportunity
- 401(k)
We have our own relocation team that will help you and your family find a place you like, close to work, great school zone, and safe area. We pay for the first 2 months of rent as you settle in. We offer more for relocation and include reimbursements.
About us:
Elite365 Healthcare Workforce Solutions is the premier International Registered Nurse recruitment and staffing firm that helps nurses, and their immediate families, realize their American Dream. We guide and support our nurses and their families every step of the way with immigration, licensing, credentialing, deployment, relocation and settling into their new community.
How can Elite365 help you?
- Elite365 can help you to fulfill your Dream of coming to work and living in the United States.
- Elite365 will sponsor you in and guide you in the steps to obtain your RN license in the United States.
- We facilitate and sponsor the entire process to help you obtain a TN (or an EB-3 Green Card).
- Elite365 helps you find the right position in the right setting to match your clinical experience while considering your professional and personal goals.
- Elite365 covers travel to the United States.
- Elite365s relocation team will help you find the perfect home and pay for the first 60 days of housing.
- Elite365s RNs, who act as Clinical Nurse Advocates, will prepare you clinically for your success in the US and will meet with you regularly throughout your entire assignment.
- Elite365 will offer options for future employment beyond the completion of your initial assignment.
- Canadian citizenship (required for the TN Visa) or your AOR number
- 100% Flexibility with assignment location
- NCLEX
- English speaking
- Ability to pass background check
- Current acute care experience or less than a 2 year gap
- Other specialties may be considered upon application
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The Registered Nurse–ACT delivers comprehensive medical and health promotion services to clients of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. Working within a health promotion framework and in accordance with the scope of practice defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario, the nurse provides both mental and physical health care. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary ACT team, the RN–ACT also offers counselling, rehabilitation and recovery support, crisis intervention, long-term support, and client advocacy. The role involves active participation in the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of ACT services. A significant portion of client engagement takes place independently in community settings
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Program-Related Activities
Works within the College of Nurses of Ontario standards.
- Acts in a consultation and education role to other ACT Team members and community partners as it relates to mental health/pharmacological and physical care issues within the scope of nursing practice.
- Directs intervention with order/medication administration.
- Provides solution-focused, motivational and cognitive-behavioural counselling to enhance client capacity to attain goals.
- Provides direct assistance to clients with:
- Symptom management including medication delivery, observation, follow-up and the development of individualized crisis plans, distress tolerance and coping strategies.
- Instrumental functioning for employment, education, finances, basic needs, activities of daily living, social/recreation activities, transportation etc.
- Housing related issues including liaising with housing providers, landlords and support with Landlord Tenant Board processes.
- Provides support to clients in achieving physical healthcare needs.
- Provides independent visits and crisis counselling to monitor and support acutely ill clients during on-call, weekend and evening hours.
- Provides impromptu family counselling sessions to address family conflict/crisis and conduct formal family counselling sessions in conjunction with team psychiatrist.
- Conduct comprehensive client assessments using discipline-specific and multidisciplinary assessment instruments.
- Develops individualized client rehabilitation/recovery plans and revise as indicated.
- Collaborates with the team psychiatrist, police, and psychiatric emergency services to coordinate client apprehensions under the Ontario Mental Health Act.
- Provides mandated monitoring and interventions to clients who are under legal conditions of Community Treatment Orders (CTO) and Not Criminally Responsible (NCR) - Ontario Review Board jurisdiction, in addition to supporting clients to meet other legal stipulations (i.e. parole, probation).
- Leads/co-leads psycho-education groups/classes for ACTT clients and their family members.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a recognized university or combination of nursing diploma and additional relevant courses/training.
- Good standing in and valid license from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Additional training in the field of community mental health (such as psychiatric nursing certificate)
- Additional training in a psychiatric rehabilitation/recovery -based model is an asset.
Professional Experience
- Three to five years full-time relevant nursing experience in a community setting or combination of community and hospital or public health settings; experience in a primary care setting, an asset.
- Experience in a combination of hospital and community settings and/or public health.
- Experience in providing rehabilitation and support functions to mental health clients and assisting in activities of daily living.
- Experience in applying principles of psychosocial rehabilitation/recovery, practices of case coordination and working in transdisciplinary teams with mental health professionals.
- Familiarity with the Ontario Mental Health Act is an asset.
- Experience and interest in working with marginalized and diverse clientele, such as low-income, high-needs, newcomer, and a variety of multicultural communities.
Key Competencies
- Thorough knowledge of and proficiency in current nursing physical assessment and treatment methods, case management, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of community resources, relevant city service-provider networks, and community-based health care.
- Excellent knowledge of and experience with a harm reduction approach.
- Ability to maintain mature problem-solving attitude when dealing with acutely ill, intoxicated, suicidal, angry or hostile clients and hazardous working conditions (i.e. exposure to communicable diseases, pest infestations, body fluids, second-hand smoke and high-risk drug paraphernalia).
- Ability to to work with minimal supervision in a high stress environment
- Demonstrated skills in verbal communication with clients and their families and written skills for documentation purposes.
- Excellent issue management skills including time management, conflict management and resolution, problem-solving, prioritizing and multi-tasking.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a crisis situation.
Linguistic Profile
- This position falls within Carlington CHC’s designation under the French Language Services Act of Ontario.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Fluency in French is recommended at Level (Advanced +) for oral expression/comprehension and Level (Intermediate) for written expression.
- Fluency in another language relevant to our client population is an asset.
Personal Suitability
- Sensitivity to the needs of marginalized and diverse clientele.
- Commitment to health promotion concepts, strategies, and philosophy.
- Commitment to community-based health care and social services, and strength-based philosophy and practices.
- Strong commitment to and belief in a recovery-model client-centred practice.
- Non-judgmental attitude.
- Commitment to the team.
- Ability to establish supportive and trusting relationships with persons with mental illness.
- Personal experience as a consumer of mental health services or family involvement of mental health services would be considered an asset.
Other
- Availability to work regular evening and weekend shifts, and to be available for on-call status.
- Valid driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle.