*NEW* Registered Practical Nurse {CUPE MH-26-520}

North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC); Greater Sudbury; In loco; CAD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

North Bay Regional Health Centre’s Regional Dementia Care Services - Oak Lodge is seeking a skilled Nurse for specialized assessment and treatment of older adults with dementia exhibiting complex behaviours. The role emphasizes collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team, trauma-informed care, and rigorous documentation.

Applicants must be a Registered Nurse with Ontario College of Nurses registration, hold a current BLS certificate, GPA certification, and knowledge of PHIPA.

Competenze

• Current RN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• BLS certification required (within the last 12 months).
• GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approach) certificate required.
• Knowledge of dementia assessment and management of responsive behaviours.

Mansioni

• Provide specialized assessment and treatment of older adults with dementia.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including nursing, allied health, and social work.
• Document care plans and progress notes with accuracy.
• Support safety and person-centered care, applying trauma-informed principles.
• Be willing to rotate shifts as needed.

Conoscenze

Bilingual English/French

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed care

Documentation

Multidisciplinary care

Shift flexibility

Safety awareness

Professional communication

Formazione

Registered Nurse (Ontario)

BLS Certification

GPA Certificate

PHIPA knowledge

Montessori for Dementia

Descrizione del lavoro

Department: Regional Dementia Care Services - Oak Lodge

The Regional Dementia Care Program provides comprehensive specialized assessment and treatment of older adults (usually >65 years old) and/or adults with an age‑related dementia, which is complicated by behavioural and psychological symptoms, and/or medical comorbidities that exceed the capacity of the community, general hospital, complex continuing care and long‑term care system.

Qualifications

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

• Current Certificate of Registration ~ College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (HCP) required (recent within the last twelve months)
• Current Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate required
• Practical knowledge and understanding of Dementia including best practices for assessment and management of responsive behaviours
• Montessori Methods for Dementia and PIECES an asset
• Experience working with older adults demonstrating responsive behaviours including evidence of creative application of Personhood
• Knowledge of relevant acts and regulations e.g. Substitute Decision Makers, Controlled Acts, Personal Health Information Act (PHIPA), College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practice, etc.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with members of a multi-disciplinary team, including participation in nursing programming
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively deal with clients, families, employees, service providers
• Understanding of trauma informed care principles and able to apply within all relationships and interactions
• Computer application experience required including advanced level of skill in documentation
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in care planning required
• Must be willing to work shifts in other programs as required
• Must demonstrate commitment to ensure your safety, the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors
• Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
• Good attendance and work record required
• Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the CUPE 139 Collective Agreement

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.

NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER