Registered Nurse Casual AgeCare Shawnee

ACIL AgeCare Investments Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay & benefits

Career growth

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Community feel

Recognition

Job summary

ACIL AgeCare Investments Ltd in Canada is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing care to residents and supervise Registered Practical Nurses and Personal Support Workers in the neighbourhood.

Under the direction of care leaders, you will coordinate services, liaise with physicians, document changes, administer medications as per procedures, and support a culture of trust, quality, respect and teamwork across our AgeCare communities.

Qualifications

• Experience in geriatric, rehabilitation or long-term care nursing.
• Registration with provincial nursing regulatory body in good standing.
• Knowledge of applicable health acts and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to residents.
• Supervise RPNs and PSWs and coordinate neighbourhood nursing services.
• Review physician orders and ensure timely implementation.
• Administer medications and treatments per procedures.
• Liaise with physicians and health-care partners; document changes.

Skills

Geriatric nursing

Team supervision

Clinical assessment

Policy adherence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Opportunity

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with required medical care and professional nursing practice. This role supervises the activities and provides direction to the Registered Practical Nurses and Personal Support Workers.

What You Will Do

In collaboration with the Director of Care/Assistant Director of Care, implement AgeCare policies and procedures on the neighbourhood. Provide input into the revision of procedures within the Home. Liaises with physicians and other members of the health care team including external health care partners. Immediately notifies the physician of any significant changes in resident status. Coordinate nursing and other services for the residents within the neighbourhood and with other services within the residence. Provide supervision and direction to the Registered Practical Nurses and Personal Support Workers. Lead shift report with members of the health care team, ensuring that all team members are informed of changes in residents’ status. Record significant changes in residents’ condition; ensures documentation in the residents’ chart adheres to AgeCare policies and procedures and Provincial College of Nurses and Standards of Practice. Review and process physician orders as per procedure, ensuring orders are implemented as soon as possible. Immediately communicates difficulties in processing physician orders to the Director of Care/Assistant Director of Care. Provide first aid to staff members, when necessary, initiates Employee Incident Reports and ensures completion. Ensure all medications required by residents are received on the neighbourhood; administers medications and treatments to residents as per residence procedures.

What You Will Bring

• A sound knowledge and background in geriatric, rehabilitation or long-term care nursing including activation, nursing, and personnel administration.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Knowledge of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act and Regulations, the appropriate sections of the Health Disciplines Act, Occupation Health and Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food and Drugs Act (Canada), Controlled Substances Act (Canada) Health Promotion and Protection Act.
• Personal Health Protection Act, Coroners Act, Provincial College of Nurses and Standards of Practice and other pertinent Federal, Provincial and Municipal Statues which influence the operation of the Nursing Home and more specifically the nursing department.
• Registration and membership in good standing with provincial registry.

What We Offer

• Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
• Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.
• Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents’ lives.
• Community Feel: Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.
• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

About Us

For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and excited to join a compassionate, dedicated team, AgeCare is the place for you!

Work Location: Address: FTE Employment Type: If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us! Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind. We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of: Trust: Act with integrity and fairness Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.