Registered Nurse / Personal Support Worker / Registered Practical Nurse
- Dutton, ON
- CAD$4,368.00/week Description About the Client: We are seeking compassionate caregivers for a palliative care client with stage 4 lung cancer that has metastasized to the bones and brain. The client is a farmer being discharged from hospital and requires 24-hour care at his farm property located approximately 30 minutes west of London, Ontario, near Dutton. He has an estimated prognosis of two months and needs support to remain comfortable at home during this time. The client is currently managing incontinence, mobility challenges, and requires assistance with all activities of daily living. He may be on oral steroids to reduce swelling, though IV medication remains a possibility.

Responsibilities:
Provide continuous 24-hour personal care and companionship Assist with incontinence care including regular changing and personal hygiene Support safe transfers from bed to chair and assist with wheelchair mobility Facilitate outdoor time on the back deck for fresh air when client is able Prepare and assist with meals and hydration Monitor client condition and report any changes or concerns to family and care coordinator Coordinate with Ontario Health at Home palliative nursing team as needed Maintain detailed shift reports and communication with relief caregivers What We're Looking For:



Personal Support Worker certification or equivalent caregiving experience Experience with palliative care and end-of-life support preferred Comfortable with incontinence care and mobility assistance Ability to work independently in a rural farm setting Reliable transportation to reach rural location 30 minutes from London Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to care Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts as part of a rotating team Willingness to collaborate with family members and healthcare professionals Schedule: This is a 24-hour care position with 12-hour shifts rotating between day (8am-8pm) and night (8pm-8am). Caregivers will work as part of a consistent team of 4-6 professionals providing continuity of care. Start date is adaptable, with care needed as soon as possible following hospital discharge. Pay & Hours CAD$26.00/hr CAD$26.00/hr Hourly rate CAD$4,368.00/week CAD$4,368.00/week Per week Estimated Earnings Based on 14 day(s)/week Required Days Monday 8:00am-8:00pm Monday 8:00pm-8:00am Tuesday 8:00am-8:00pm Tuesday 8:00pm-8:00am Thursday 8:00am-8:00pm Thursday 8:00pm-8:00am Friday 8:00am-8:00pm Friday 8:00pm-8:00am Saturday 8:00am-8:00pm Saturday 8:00pm-8:00am Sunday 8:00am-8:00pm Sunday 8:00pm-8:00am Immediately Location Dutton, ON Care needs Personal care Mobility support Meal prep Companionship Medication reminders Requirements License/Certification Personal Support Worker (PSW) Considerations Physical lifting may be required Flexible with schedule changes Additional Considerations Client has stage 4 lung cancer with bone and brain metastases. Palliative care situation with approximately 2-month timeline. Currently managing incontinence, requires assistance with transfers from bed to chair/wheelchair. May need IV management support if oral medications are not sufficient. Client is a farmer in rural setting, prefers to remain at home. Family seeking consistent team of caregivers for comfort and familiarity during end-of-life care.

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