FULL-TIME BEHAVIOURAL SUPPORT TRANSITION UNIT REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSES COMPETITION NO. : GM-[...]

Corporation of the City of Timmins; Timmins; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal healthcare organization in Timmins seeks a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to deliver person-centered care and lead an interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate must hold a current CNO license and have experience working with residents exhibiting responsive behaviours. This full-time role offers a salary range of $31.70 to $33.06 per hour and the opportunity to contribute to a supportive community environment.

Benefits

Employer Matched Contributions for Pension

Professional Development opportunities

Qualifications

• New or experienced RPN holding a current CNO license.
• Proof of Professional Liability Protection required.
• IV therapy and phlebotomy an asset or willingness to complete upon hire.
• Demonstrated experience in caring for residents with responsive behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise and assistance with personal care and support.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and care conferences.
• Promote and contribute to the development of a person-centered model of care.
• Manage wounds deemed appropriate by the Registered Nurse.

Skills

Caring for residents with responsive behaviours

Effective communication skills

Ability to function independently

Bilingualism

Education

Current CNO license

Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) certificate

Montessori Dementia Program certificate

Tools

IV therapy

Phlebotomy

Job description

Overview

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) enhances the effectiveness of nursing practice in alignment with the Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario and Long-Term Care standards. The RPN will provide person- and family-centered care to residents experiencing dementia-related responsive behaviours and will serve as the designated team lead on the unit. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Care and is supervised by the RN. Posting Date: September 16, 2025. Closing Date: OPEN. Department: Golden Manor. Hours per Week: may be scheduled up to 64 hours bi-weekly. Benefits Entitlement: No. Pension Entitlement: Yes – Employer Matched Contributions. Existing Position: Yes. Salary Level: $31.70 to $33.06 per hour (2024). Union: CUPE Local 1140.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise and assistance with personal care and support with activities of daily living for residents with responsive behaviours.
• Be a member of the interdisciplinary team and participate in meetings and care conferences.
• Contribute to the continuous assessment of the health status of residents and to the development and modification of the individual resident’s plan of care.
• Promote and contribute to the development of a person-centered model of care for residents exhibiting dementia-related responsive behaviours; utilize effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with residents, family, staff, and care providers to ensure high-quality care.
• Medication delivery.
• Assess and manage wounds deemed appropriate by the Registered Nurse.
• Support the care team in providing safe resident-centered care within the scope of practice.
• Promote resident safety by identifying and mitigating risks, reporting concerns promptly, and adhering to best practices to support a safe and secure environment.
• Participate and support the City of Timmins Continuous Program to foster a culture of operational excellence.
• Perform other assigned duties within the scope of a Registered Practical Nurse.

Qualifications

• New or experienced RPN holding a current CNO license.
• Proof of Professional Liability Protection required.
• IV therapy and phlebotomy an asset or willingness to complete upon hire.
• Pieces training.
• Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) certificate.
• Montessori Dementia Program certificate.
• Demonstrated experience in caring for residents with responsive behaviours in long-term care.
• Ability to function independently as well as part of an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated aptitude to foster caring and trusting relationships with residents and families.
• Demonstrated ability to assess residents and contribute to the implementation and review of resident care plans is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor health conditions; note changes; and assess the need for further collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act and basic knowledge of Infection Control Practices is an asset.
• Bilingualism is considered an asset.
• Must be available to work all shifts.
• Current and clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required.
• Ability to adhere to all infection prevention and control protocols and screening requirements.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter / resume to the Human Resources Department. Via Email: [e-mail]

The City of Timmins is committed to providing a safe and supportive workplace where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of how we conduct business. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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705) 264-1331

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