REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE

Southbridge Care Homes; Kemptville; On-site; CAD 31,174 - 44,400; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kemptville is looking for a compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to provide resident-centered care in a long-term care setting. The position is part-time and requires a current certificate from the College of Nurses of Ontario and eligibility for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario. Candidates should have a passion for senior care and excellent communication skills. This role ensures high-quality care while working effectively with a caring team.

Qualifications

• Certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario is mandatory.
• Bilingual English and French is an asset.
• Must be passionate about caring for seniors.
• Registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario is required.
• Previous experience in long-term care preferred.
• Strong communication skills are necessary.
• Creative problem-solving abilities for caregiving are useful.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional resident care while following protocols.
• Observe and report vital signs and conditions of residents.
• Organize functions and activities related to resident care.
• Assist in managing workforce of nursing and personal care staff.
• Train new staff and refer concerns to the Director of Care.

Skills

Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Bilingual in English and French

Passion for caring for seniors

Registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario

Experience in long-term care

Ability to work in a team

Excellent communication skills

Creative problem-solving skills

Job description

Position

Registered Practical Nurse

Status

Part-Time, Permanent

Reason for Vacancy

Hiring additional staff for coverage

Schedule

Day shifts (6am-2pm)

Hourly Wage

Starting at $27.43

Location (Home)

Bayfield Manor Retirement, Kemptville, ON

Job Overview

Bayfield Manor is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our care team. If you are passionate about providing high-quality, resident-centered care in a long-term care setting, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

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 initiate remedial health measures where appropriate
• Organizing and directing functions and activities related to the 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 and Skills

• 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
• Develop creative problem-solving skills to look at the “big picture”

Application Process

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.

EEO Statement

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.