REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE

Southbridge Care Homes; Hanover; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to enhance the quality of nursing practice. This full-time role involves providing comprehensive resident care, developing care plans, and supervising nursing staff. Ideal candidates will possess a current certificate from the College of Nurses of Ontario and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality care to seniors in a supportive environment, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents.

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Strong commitment to working with seniors and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident care following established nursing standards and policies.
• Assess residents and develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Supervise nursing and personal care staff and participate in training.

Skills

Nursing Practices

Infection Control

Effective Communication

Human Relation Skills

Education

Certificate of Competence from College of Nurses of Ontario

Registration with Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario

Job description

Join to apply for the REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE role at Southbridge Care Homes.

Location: Hanover, Ontario

Position: Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Full Time

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

Responsibilities

• Provide resident care following established nursing standards, physicians’ orders, and policies; observe, report, and record vital signs, symptoms, and conditions; initiate remedial health measures as appropriate.
• Assess residents, develop, implement, review, and evaluate care plans; monitor health changes; refer to doctors as needed; process and implement physician orders.
• Organize and direct care functions including restorative and palliative care; interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Supervise nursing and personal care staff; orient and train new personnel; participate in in-service education; monitor performance and conduct appraisals.

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, infection control, and health care standards.
• Strong human relation skills and commitment to working with seniors.
• Effective communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Interested applicants should apply through this posting. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Southbridge Care Homes welcomes applicants with disability-related needs and those requiring accommodation during the recruitment process. Please notify the hiring manager of your needs upon scheduling an interview.