Registered Nurse

Extendicare; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A continuing care facility is inviting applications for a part-time Registered Nurse position in Red Deer, Alberta. Candidates must possess an accredited nursing education, be eligible for registration with CARNA, and have a minimum of one year LTC experience. This role involves utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills to provide patient care in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year LTC experience.
• 1–2 years clinical experience.
• Supervisory experience with MDS 2.0 familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Utilize critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to provide patient care.

Skills

Planning and organizing work

Problem solving

Effective communication in English (reading, writing, speaking)

Customer focus

Teamwork ability

Specialty skills (e.g., IV therapy, Palliative care)

Education

Completion of an accredited nursing education program

Active or eligible registration with CARNA

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Job Description

Candidates are invited to apply for the position at Extendicare Michener Hill, a continuing care facility located in Red Deer, Alberta. This facility offers 220 Continuing Care beds and 60 Designated Assisted Living Beds.

Reporting to: Director of Care

Registered nurses utilize critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to provide compassionate and safe patient care.

Competencies

1. Planning and organizing work
2. Problem solving
3. Effective communication in English (reading, writing, speaking)
4. Recording and reporting skills
5. Customer focus
6. Teamwork ability
7. Delegation skills
8. Specialty skills (e.g., IV therapy, Palliative care)
9. Computer proficiency
10. Knowledge in wound management, infection control, dementia care, least restraint, and zero lift practices
11. Completion of an accredited nursing education program
12. Active or eligible registration with CARNA
13. Minimum 1 year LTC experience
14. 1–2 years clinical experience
15. Supervisory experience
16. Experience with MDS 2.0
17. Familiarity with PointClickCare

CPR and First Aid Certification are considered assets.

Time Type: Part-time

Join Extendicare to build a rewarding career dedicated to enriching residents' lives daily. We focus on transforming the quality of life for our residents and enhancing our work experiences.

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

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