REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE

Southbridge Care Homes; Goderich; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Goderich, Ontario, is seeking a part-time RPN to provide high-quality nursing care to residents. The ideal candidate will have a valid nursing certificate from the College of Nurses and exhibit strong communication and human relation skills. Responsibilities include assessing residents, developing care plans, and supervising nursing staff, all in accordance with healthcare standards.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure resident care is provided with established nursing standards.
• Assess residents and develop care plans.
• Plan, direct, supervise and evaluate nursing staff.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Effective human relation skills

Knowledge of Infection Control Practices

Education

Certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario

Job description

Overview

Discover the charm of Goderich, Ontario! Nestled on the eastern shore of Lake Huron, Goderich is often celebrated as "Canada’s Prettiest Town". With its stunning sunsets, historic architecture, and vibrant arts scene, it’s a perfect place to call home!

Offering competitive wages, Southbridge Goderich is proud of our new state-of-the-art home and welcomes you to join our team!

Position: RPN - Part Time

Location: Southbridge Goderich, New Build

Target Start Date: January 2025

Reporting to the Director of Care, the RPN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice in keeping with the Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario, Long Term Care Standards and Southbridge Care Homes Standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure resident care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians’ orders and administrative policies, as well as observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents, and initiate remedial health measures where appropriate. Assure observance of required techniques in nursing care.
• Assess residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate resident care plans. Monitor residents’ health, notes changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physician orders.
• Organize and direct functions and activities related to provision of care to residents including restorative care and palliative care as required. Interprets and implements established policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Plan, direct, supervise and evaluate the work of nursing and personal care staff assigned to the unit. Orient and train new personnel and may participate in in-service education. Monitor performance and conduct performance appraisal and refers problems to the Director of Care.

Qualifications

• Appropriate current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Registration or eligible for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as knowledge in Infection Control Practices.
• Effective human relation skills and demonstrated commitment to working with seniors.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.

Interested applicants should apply through this posting. 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 whom a need for accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.