Registered Practical Nurse

Shannex Incorporated; Ajax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks discounts

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for the Parkland Ajax team in Ajax, Ontario. The role involves patient assessments, medication administration, RHRA compliance, and leadership in the absence of supervision.

Ideal candidates hold a Practical Nursing diploma and current CNO registration, with passion for senior care. Flexible shifts are required; CPR/First Aid certification and a clean vulnerable sector check are expected.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Practical Nursing and current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Experience caring for seniors in a long‑term care or seniors’ living setting.
• Solid nursing knowledge and ability to communicate clearly with residents, families and teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments and develop care plans for residents.
• Administer, order and store medications and treatments per facility policies and standards.
• Ensure RHRA compliance and support the Director of Care in policy adherence.
• Manage department duties in absence of Supervisor/Manager, including staffing and supplies.
• Direct and evaluate work of personal support attendants and orient new staff.
• Document incidents and follow up with supervisors; promote safety and ethics.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Registered Practical Nurse to join our Parkland Ajax team based in Ajax, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

• Approximate hourly wage: $28.70 - $31.24
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the residents’ needs and develops, revises and implements the resident care profiles
• Orders, administer, and stores medications and treatments in compliance with the policies of the facility, pharmacy and standards of the College of Nurses
• Adopts the legislation of the RHRA and enforces compliance mandates under the direction of the Director of care
• Ability to manage the department in the absence of the Supervisor or Manager in areas such as staffing, equipment breakdown, supply ordering and receiving
• Directs, assigns and evaluates the work of personal support attendants
• Assists in the orientation of the resident, family and nursing staff
• Documents and investigates resident/staff incidents and complaints and follows up with the Supervisor or Manager promptly
• Adheres to the Employee Standards and ORCA Code of Ethics and promotes safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education

About You

• A Diploma in Practical Nursing and are currently registered as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Passion for working with seniors and have experience working with the elderly in a seniors’ living or long-term care environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills
• Availability to work a schedule of flexible hours and all shifts inclusive of days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to provide a current CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification and can provide a Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening