Registered Nurse

130011 Axium Extendicare LTC II LP; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Canada seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver quality care to seniors. The role involves direct care, medication administration, and supervisory responsibilities within a team-focused environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and relevant nursing credentials, along with a passion for enhancing residents' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse in applicable Province/State.
• Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers.
• Skills in computer use and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care and medication administration.
• Coordinate nursing team’s resident care assignments.
• Supervise Unregulated Care Providers.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Care coordination

Time management

Education

Registered Nurse credentials

Education in gerontology or rehabilitation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Locations: LTC - Village on the Ridge - 9 Myrtle St. Ridgetown, Ontario

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 19 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R23872

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Health and Wellness (DHW) / Director of Care (DOC), the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing direct resident care, medication administration, and documenting care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Health and Wellness standards, policies, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete and ensure residents’ care assessments, service plans, and documentation are up to date, with changes communicated to DHW/DOC for billings;
• Assist with scheduling of residents’ care conferences and participate in conferences;
• Work closely with DHW/DOC to facilitate residents’ move-in and transfers;
• Order and safely keep drugs and narcotics, and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements and Extendicare policies and procedures;
• Facilitate and provide resident/family education;
• Supervise resident self-medication assessment and audits;
• Supervise and delegate care and medication responsibilities to Unregulated Care Providers in compliance with applicable regulations and Extendicare policies;
• Plan, coordinate, manage, and evaluate the resident’s care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing and interdisciplinary team, and contracted service providers;
• Coordinate nursing team’s resident care assignments for efficient and timely service delivery;
• Respond to and manage significant changes in residents’ condition or medical emergencies;
• Act as supervisor and coordinate emergency response in absence of DHW/DOC and Executive Directors;
• Respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action or communication to DHW/DOC/Executive Director and other departments;
• Assist in coordinating, implementing, and monitoring Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety, and Clinical Programs and Quality Plans;
• Coordinate and supervise scheduling and assignment of nursing students from approved institutions;
• Uphold and promote the organization’s values and ethics as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• Complete all other tasks as assigned.

Required Education, Credentials, and Experience:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse in applicable Province/State;
• Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers;
• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long-term care (asset);
• Strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management, and customer focus skills;
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and ability to delegate to unregulated care providers;
• Maintain competencies as per College standards;
• Skills in computer use and Microsoft Office applications;
• Current (within 6 months) VPS (Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening).

Time type: Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. We focus on enriching the lives of our residents daily, transforming their quality of life and our work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations, including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

About Us

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes.

Our Mission: “Helping People Live Better.”

We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we measure, improve, and share our performance publicly.

Our Vision: To be the best senior care and services company in Canada.

Our Values: We value our customers and team, treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. We are committed to responsiveness, excellence, respect, integrity, accountability, communication, teamwork, and environmental responsibility.