NURSING - REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE

Southbridge Care Homes; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join their dedicated team. In this full-time role, you will play a crucial part in enhancing the quality of nursing practice and ensuring exceptional care for residents. Your responsibilities will include observing and recording vital signs, managing nursing staff, and providing training to new team members. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of seniors, working in a supportive environment that values compassion and dedication. If you have a passion for caring and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current nursing certificate and registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association required.
• Experience in long-term care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional resident care while following protocols and physicians' orders.
• Observe and record vital signs and conditions of residents.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario

Job description

Home: Hope St Terrace, Port Hope

Position: Registered Practical Nurse- Full Time

Daily the RPN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies and internal policies and standards of care.

Duties And Responsibilities

1. Ensuring exceptional resident care is provided while following protocols and maintaining physicians’ orders.
2. Observing, reporting and recording vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents, and initiating remedial health measures where appropriate.
3. Organizing and directing functions and activities related to provision of care to residents.
4. Assisting in the management of the work of nursing and personal care staff.
5. Training and professional development of new staff, referring concerns to the Director of Care.

Qualifications

1. Appropriate current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
2. Bilingual in English and French is an asset but not required.
3. A serving heart and a passion for caring for seniors.
4. Registration/eligible for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.
5. Previous similar experience in long-term care an asset, with comprehensive knowledge of duties.
6. Ability to work individually and as part of a team, to prioritize tasks in order of urgency.
7. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and comprehension skills.
8. Developed creative problem-solving skills to look at the “big picture”.

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