Registered Practical Nurse

Southbridge Care Homes Inc; Hensall; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care facility in Hensall, Ontario seeks a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for a temporary full-time evening role. The RPN will be responsible for delivering exceptional resident care and maintaining high standards of nursing practice. Key responsibilities include observing and documenting vital signs, organizing care functions, and training new staff members. Candidates must hold a current certificate from the College of Nurses of Ontario and be registered or eligible for registration. Previous long-term care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.
• Previous experience in long-term care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional resident care while following protocols.
• Observe, report and record vital signs.
• Organize and direct care functions for residents.

Skills

Exceptional resident care

Observing and recording vital signs

Teamwork and task prioritization

Excellent communication

Creative problem solving

Education

Certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Registration with Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario

Job description

Posted Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Position: Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Temporary Full Time - Evenings

On a daily basis the RPN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies and internal policies and standards of care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring exceptional resident care is provided while following protocols and maintaining physicians’ orders.
• Observing, reporting and recording vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents, and initiating remedial health measures where appropriate.
• Organizing and directing functions and activities related to provision of care to residents.
• Assisting in the management of the work of nursing and personal care staff.
• Training and professional development of new staff, referring concerns to the Director of Care.

Qualifications

• Appropriate current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset but not required.
• A serving heart and a passion for caring for seniors.
• Registration/eligible for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.
• Previous similar experience in long-term care an asset, with comprehensive knowledge of duties.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team, to prioritize tasks in order of urgency.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and comprehension skills.
• Developed creative problem solving skills to look at the “big picture”.

Interested applicants should send their resume here. 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.