Registered Practical Nurse

Shannex Incorporated; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks discounts program

Centre of Excellence education/traning

Recognition for service excellence and

Opportunity for sector innovation and

Other benefits via Shannex programs

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is seeking a Casual Registered Practical Nurse to join Parkland on the Glen in Mississauga, Ontario. The role involves resident assessment, medication administration, and adherence to RHRA and facility standards to ensure safe, compassionate care.

Ideal candidates hold a Diploma in Practical Nursing and current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, with a strong interest in geriatric care, teamwork, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Practical Nursing and current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Passion for working with seniors and experience in long-term care settings.
• Strong nursing knowledge, communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification and willingness to provide vulnerable sector screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessment of residents’ needs and update care plans.
• Administer, store medications and treatments per facility and nursing standards.
• Ensure compliance with RHRA regulations and oversee care inDirector absence.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to personal support attendants as needed.
• Assist in orientation of residents, families and nursing staff; document incidents as required.
• Uphold safety standards and promote a safety culture within the department.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

CPR & Emergency First Aid

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 Casual Registered Practical Nurse to join our Parkland on the Glen team based in Mississauga, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $26.43 - $28.01
• 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

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• 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