Registered Nurse

Birchwood Terrace; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in long-term care is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their compassionate team. This role emphasizes the importance of quality care and innovative practices to enhance the lives of residents. You will be responsible for managing nursing staff, ensuring compliance with care standards, and actively participating in quality improvement initiatives. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current nursing certificate from the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Previous experience in long-term care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure resident care meets nursing standards and policies.
• Manage and evaluate nursing staff performance and care plans.

Skills

Compassionate care

Nursing standards compliance

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

Certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Registered with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario

Job description

At Southbridge Care Homes, we have one simple principle guiding our values: LIVE! Live life to the fullest. Implement change through innovation. Value freedom of choice. Exceed expectations.

Ready to be part of a team that will truly value your hard work, dedication, and effort? Are you passionate about providing compassionate and quality care to residents in long-term care? If you are, we want to hear from you!

On a daily basis, the RN 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.

You will be accountable for:

• Ensuring resident care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians’ orders, and administrative policies.
• Assisting in the assessment and monitoring of residents while working to develop, implement, review, and evaluate resident care plans.
• Managing and evaluating the work of nursing and personal care staff assigned to the unit, including orientations and other supervisory duties.
• Monitoring performance, conducting performance appraisals, and referring problems to the Director of Care.
• Participating and contributing to our Continuous Quality Improvement Programs.
• Providing direction to the nursing department in the absence of the DOC.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:

• Appropriate current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• A serving heart and a passion for caring for seniors.
• Registered/eligible for registration with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario.
• Previous similar experience in long-term care is an asset, with comprehensive knowledge of duties.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team, to prioritize tasks in order of urgency.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and comprehension skills.
• Developed creative problem-solving skills to look at the “big picture.”

Interested applicants should send their resume directly to our recruitment team at [e-mail]. We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Southbridge Care Homes welcomes those applicants with disability-related needs and those who need accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.