Visiting Nurse - Home & Community Care
CA$33.25 - CA$43.25/hr+ Eligible mileage reimbursement + Performance-based bonus
Mid
Simcoe, ON, Canada
In PersonTravel between client homes is required within an assigned or mutually agreed geographic area.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryNursing & Frontline Patient Care
About the job
Requirements
- Active registration and good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification through a recognized training provider.
- Current WHMIS certification.
- A negative TB test meeting the employer's onboarding requirements.
- A satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, including completing professional clinical documentation.
- A valid driver's licence and reliable access to a vehicle for travel between client homes.
- Ability and willingness to provide care to clients of varying ages, genders, backgrounds, and care needs.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to recognize, respond to, and appropriately escalate changes in a client's condition.
- Organizational and time-management skills to independently manage multiple scheduled visits.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Flexibility and adaptability in response to changing client and community needs.
Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and develop, implement, evaluate, and update individualized plans of care based on client needs, clinical findings, medical orders, and evidence-informed nursing practice.
- Manage a community caseload and, when designated as the primary provider, act as the point-of-care lead while collaborating with other members of the client's healthcare team.
- Provide skilled nursing interventions in clients' homes, including wound assessment and treatment, medication administration, injections, catheter care, ostomy care, enteral feeding and G-tube care, oxygen therapy, and other nursing procedures within the nurse's scope of practice and demonstrated competency.
- Administer medications orally, topically, subcutaneously, through enteral routes, or by other authorized routes in accordance with medical orders, College of Nurses of Ontario standards, and the client's plan of care.
- Assess and monitor vital signs, pain, skin integrity, respiratory status, cognition, mobility, and overall health status, and respond appropriately to abnormal findings or changes in condition.
- Provide wound care in accordance with prescribed treatment plans, including wound assessment, dressing changes, monitoring healing, and escalating concerns when required.
- Educate clients and caregivers regarding medications, treatments, disease management, equipment use, symptom monitoring, safety, and strategies for managing care at home.
- Support clients through care transitions by collaborating with hospitals, physicians, Ontario Health atHome, pharmacies, rehabilitation professionals, community agencies, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Identify changes in client needs and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate Care Coordinator, physician, Clinical Supervisor, or other healthcare provider.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation, including nursing assessments, progress notes, medication administration, incident reports, and other required clinical records.
- Practice appropriate infection prevention and control, including the proper use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
- Independently organize and manage assigned visits while communicating proactively with the employer regarding scheduling, client concerns, and changes in care needs.
- Maintain professional, therapeutic relationships with clients and families while delivering compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care.
- Practice in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario standards, applicable legislation, and the employer's policies and procedures.
- Travel between client homes within an assigned or mutually agreed geographic area.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous visiting nurse experience in home and community care.
- Previous experience supporting Ontario Health atHome (formerly HCCSS) clients.
- Experience managing an independent community nursing caseload.
- Experience with wound care, including complex or chronic wounds.
- Experience with medication management and injections.
- Experience with catheter, ostomy, enteral feeding, G-tube, respiratory, or palliative care.
- Experience supporting clients following hospital discharge or during transitions in care.
- Gerontology competencies and experience supporting older adults.
- Experience with electronic clinical documentation systems.
About the company
The Care Company delivers personalized in-home medical and non-medical care for seniors in the Toronto area. They create customized care plans after assessing a client’s home, support system, and needs, and then provide services directly at the client’s residence, including skilled nursing, wound care, medication administration, and in-home therapies, as well as daily living assistance, companionship, meal prep, light housekeeping, memory care, and case management. The company differentiates itself by combining medical and non-medical services with home-environment assessment and coordinated care through clinicians and doctors, along with helping clients verify insurance coverage and clarify out-of-pocket costs. Their goal is to help seniors live safely at home, maintain health and independence, and ease the burden on families and caregivers.
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The Care Company still advertises 24/7 coverage across Toronto, North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke, Markham.
- Indeed ratings remain strong at 4.5, supporting recruiting and client trust.
- 2026 blog activity shows ongoing staff recognition, signaling active operations and culture building.
What critics are saying
- Indeed reviewers report lost hours when clients travel, weakening caregiver retention.
- Employee complaints cite low rates, missing benefits, and rude management in Toronto.
- No funding since founding leaves expansion dependent on operating cash and founder control.
What makes The Care Company unique
- Toronto-based 24-hour in-home care from 864 Millwood Road, led by Laura Harris and Kris Aiken.
- Blends skilled nursing, therapy, and PSW support into customized care plans.
- Partners like ETHP reference dementia, housekeeping, and end-of-life home care.
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Benefits
- Wellness Program
- Training Programs
- Employee Recognition Program