Registered Nurse (RN) - Temporary Full Time

County of Essex; Leamington; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Temporary Full Time Registered Nurses (RN) to join their dedicated team at a senior citizens' home. This role is crucial in providing quality nursing care tailored to the unique needs of residents, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being. As an RN, you will engage with residents, perform critical assessments, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote health and prevent illness. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and have the required qualifications, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Requires at least six months of nursing experience in Long Term Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in accordance with CNO standards and policies.
• Assess resident conditions and maintain electronic documentation.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Tools

Electronic Patient Record

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)

Department: Sun Parlor Home

Location: Leamington, Ontario

Position Type: Temporary Full Time

Straight Nights or Days/Afternoons

Opening Date: April 3, 2025

Closing Date: April 16, 2025

The Sun Parlor Home for Senior Citizens located in Leamington is recruiting for Temporary Full Time Registered Nurses (RN) for all shifts. Reporting to the Nursing Leadership Team, the RN provides nursing care in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards of practice, applicable legislation and policies and procedures.

Duties:

• Ensures quality of care tailored to the individualized needs of residents.
• Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of each resident in the delivery of services.
• Interacts with the residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment.
• Assess resident condition through recognizing and interpreting signs and symptoms.
• Reviews laboratory results and uses critical thinking to identify need for further investigation/change in treatment.
• Facilitates Inter-Disciplinary Team Conferences.
• Utilizes evidence-based screening protocols to promote health and prevent illness.
• Responsible for addressing resident, family or visitor concerns brought forward and communicate area of concern to applicable department manager.
• Performs and supervises services such as catheterization, tube feedings, suction, colostomy care, peritoneal dialysis, and overseeing restorative care programs and palliative care.
• Maintains up-to-date electronic documentation on residents.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN).
• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• A minimum of six months nursing experience in Long Term Care preferred.
• Experience in gerontological nursing is an asset.
• Experience working with an electronic patient record.
• Must be available to work at least 2 shifts in each week; at least 2 out of 4 weekends and holidays.
• Requires Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance and TB screening.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid.
• Proof of immunization.

Salary: $36.44 - $51.45 per hour depending on experience.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

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The Corporation of the County of Essex supports diversity in the workplace.

The Corporation of the County of Essex will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment and selection process.

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