3 Palliative Care jobs in Canada
PSW, Palliative Care
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We don’t just deliver care, we shape it. At Spectrum, you’ll join a purpose-driven team committed to building an integrated, equitable, and people-centered health system. You’ll enjoy working with a diverse population and have the freedom to make a real difference in their lives. Join a team that understands the value of integrated, personalized care.
We are currently seeking full and part time Personal Support Workers (PSW) to be part of a dedicated and specialized team that will deliver a highly integrated, one team, community palliative care model for the Mississauga community.
Working in lockstep with health system partners, you will be part of a skilled and collaborative team that supports people and their families throughout their palliative care journey.
What We Offer: Competitive wages, guaranteed 8-hour shifts, paid sick days, pension, weekend premiums and the opportunity to make a real impact.
If you are passionate about caring for patients in their palliative journey, we want you on our team!
Job DescriptionThis is a unique opportunity to be part of a tight-knit collaborative team, you will assist palliative patients with personal care and activities of daily living. You will support patients, families and caregivers –enhancing quality of life, comfort, dignity and security in patients’ end of life journey. All direct patient care activities will be performed under the direction of an Integrated Care Program Supervisor who is a nurse.
- Working alongside the interdisciplinary palliative care team, you will provide specialized care as specified in the care plan, according to protocols, within scope of practice and in accordance with Spectrum Health Care’s policies and procedures.
- Provide companionship and comfort, creating a calm and respectful environment tailored to the client's needs, preferences, and goals of care.
- Assist person(s) with activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, hygiene, skin care, light meal preparation, feeding and transfers.
- Perform light housekeeping duties such as decluttering and cleaning
- Listen, observe and communicate any concerns/changes in the patient’s physical and/or emotional condition to the Integrated Care Program Supervisor.
- Travel within assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities.
- Have one of the following qualifications (required):
- Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or the Ministry of Education approved program
- RN/RPN Student with minimum successful completion of year-one of the program
- Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife or Physician
- Minimum 1 year experience with palliative patients
- Successful completion of one of the following an asset:
- Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care; or
- Core Concepts of Fundamentals for PSWs; and
- Additional and on-going relevant palliative education
- Current CPR and First Aid Certificate
- Current Police check suitable for working with the vulnerable sector
- Must possess the physical ability to perform the day-to-day duties described in the duties and responsibilities
- G2/G License with access to a vehicle
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Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.
We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ( ) for assistance.
Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.
Registered Practical Nurse, Complex Medical & Palliative Care
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At Sinai Health, we care, create possibilities and offer hope. We are looking for a Registered Practical Nurse to support our Complex Medical & Palliative Care department.
Job Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 12 months)
Rotation: Day/Evening
Job Outline:
Nursing Scope of Practice Statement:
“The Practice of Nursing is the promotion of health and the assessment of, the provision of care for and the treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventive, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative means in order to attain or maintain optimal function.” (CNO, 2004, p.3).
- The Registered Practical Nurse has the knowledge, skills and judgement needed to provide competent, evidence-based nursing practice to selected patients, conformed to the complexity and predictability of their health condition.
- The Registered Practical Nurse shall be responsible for meeting the standards and exercising judgement for providing safe, competent and ethical nursing care as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice and Guidelines for Ethical Behaviour.
- The Registered Practical Nurse creates and strengthens an environment conducive to professional and personal growth.
- The Registered Practical Nurse provides nursing care in collaboration with the patient, significant others and interprofessional team.
Registered Practical Nurses can be assigned patients with complexity of care needs that are well defined and established, who have predictable outcomes and manageable responses.
Registered Practical Nurses are assigned to patients after the admission and assessment is completed by a Registered Nurse and the patient meets the above criteria.
Education & Qualifications:
- A diploma from a CNO-approved nursing program
- Registered Practical Nurse with current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
- If graduated prior to 1995, must have medication administration certificate from an approved community college or equivalent course
- Physical assessment course preferred
- Familiarity with:
- Regulated Health Professions Act
- Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS
- Standards of Nursing Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Bridgepoint Hospital’s policies and procedures
- Current BCLS
- Excellent assessment and clinical skills
- Demonstrated ability in providing patient-focused care
- Proven ability to make decisions and manage workload in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Sound knowledge of oral and written English
- Demonstrated ability to work with others including patients and their families
- Computer proficiency
- Demonstrated satisfactory job performance and attendance history required
Salary: Minimum - $34.812/hour; Maximum - $35.970/hour
Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.
Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women’s and infants’ health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.
As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact ext. 7050, or email
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Registered Practical Nurse, Complex Medical & Palliative Care
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At Sinai Health, we care, create possibilities and offer hope. We are looking for a Registered Practical Nurse to support our Complex Medical & Palliative Care department.
Rotation: Day/Night
Job Outline:
Nursing Scope of Practice Statement:
“The Practice of Nursing is the promotion of health and the assessment of, the provision of care for and the treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventive, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative means in order to attain or maintain optimal function.” (CNO, 2004, p.3).
- The Registered Practical Nurse has the knowledge, skills and judgement needed to provide competent, evidence-based nursing practice to selected patients, conformed to the complexity and predictability of their health condition.
- The Registered Practical Nurse shall be responsible for meeting the standards and exercising judgement for providing safe, competent and ethical nursing care as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice and Guidelines for Ethical Behaviour.
- The Registered Practical Nurse creates and strengthens an environment conducive to professional and personal growth.
- The Registered Practical Nurse provides nursing care in collaboration with the patient, significant others and interprofessional team.
Registered Practical Nurses can be assigned patients with complexity of care needs that are well defined and established, who have predictable outcomes and manageable responses.
Registered Practical Nurses are assigned to patients after the admission and assessment is completed by a Registered Nurse and the patient meets the above criteria.
Education & Qualifications:
- A diploma from a CNO-approved nursing program
- Registered Practical Nurse with current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
- If graduated prior to 1995, must have medication administration certificate from an approved community college or equivalent course
- Physical assessment course preferred
- Familiarity with:
- Regulated Health Professions Act
- Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS
- Standards of Nursing Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Bridgepoint Hospital’s policies and procedures
- Current BCLS
- Excellent assessment and clinical skills
- Demonstrated ability in providing patient-focused care
- Proven ability to make decisions and manage workload in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Sound knowledge of oral and written English
- Demonstrated ability to work with others including patients and their families
- Computer proficiency
- Demonstrated satisfactory job performance and attendance history required
Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.
Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women’s and infants’ health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.
As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact ext. 7050, or email
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