BSO Registered Nurse (Long Term Care)

Caressant-Care Nursing And Retirement Homes Limited; Bourget; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits

Job summary

Caressant-Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Limited is seeking a passionate BSO and Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our care team in Ontario. This full-time role focuses on delivering high-quality care to residents across long-term care and retirement homes, in a supportive, community‑driven setting.

The successful candidate will hold current CNO registration, bring experience with dementia and behavioural health needs, and participate in ongoing training in PIECES, GPA, and related

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Experience with residents with dementia, delirium, mental health, addictions, or acute behavioural changes.
• Knowledge/training in PIECES, GPA, U-First, Teepa Snow GEMs, PAC, MHFA, non-violent crisis interventions, and DementiAbility or willingness to train.
• Demonstrated maturity, responsibility and leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills supporting families and caregiver needs.
• Familiarity with RAI documentation and care planning functions.
• Familiar with WHMIS regulations and tests.

Skills

Behavioural supports knowledge

Leadership qualities

Interpersonal skills

RAI documentation familiarity

WHMIS familiarity

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) licence

Job description

Caressant Care is looking for a passionate BSO and Registered Practical Nurse RPN to join our team of care providers.

Location

Time Type

Full-Time

About Caressant Care

For over 50 years, Caressant Care has created a comfortable, caring home environment for our residents across Ontario, where they receive high-quality care. We proudly serve over 1,500 residents across our 15 long-term care homes and 10 retirement homes. Operating primarily in small towns, Caressant Care creates tight-knit communities where everyone knows and looks out for one another.

At Caressant Care, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow, whether they are seasoned professionals or just beginning their careers. Become part of our team and experience fulfilling, impactful work that brings joy to your life and the lives of others.

What we offer…

• At the core of our workforce is a passion for people, fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.
• A caring and comfortable space for our residents, their families and our employees.
• Learning and growth opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers.
• Competitive wages and benefits.

What you bring…

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Preference to candidates with extensive knowledge & skills working with residents with types of dementia, delirium, mental health, addictions, other neurological conditions, and/or acute behavioural changes.
• Training/knowledge of PIECES, GPA, U-First, Teepa Snow GEMs, PAC, Mental Health First Aid, Non-violent crisis interventions, DementiAbility, and any other courses required by Behavioural Supports Ontario, or willingness to receive training.
• Demonstration of maturity and responsibility, as well as leadership qualities.
• Good interpersonal skills, specifically enhanced knowledge of family and caregiver needs, are best served by a behavioural support system.
• Familiarity with RAI documentation & care planning functions.
• Familiar with WHMIS regulations and completing tests.

The pay rate is $36.06 to $54.59 per hour, and the terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Our focus at Caressant Care is on hiring individuals whose skills and abilities will contribute most to our organization's success and who also mirror the communities in which we operate. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their ethnic and cultural background, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

If you have questions or require accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail] or call 519-539-0408.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.