REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE

Southbridge Care Homes; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in long-term care is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse to join their team. This full-time evening role involves providing high-quality nursing care to residents, ensuring adherence to established standards and protocols. You will be responsible for assessing residents, developing care plans, and supervising nursing staff, all while fostering a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors and possess the necessary qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Current nursing certificate from the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident care according to nursing standards and physician orders.
• Assess and implement resident care plans while monitoring health changes.
• Supervise nursing staff and conduct performance appraisals.

Skills

Nursing Standards

Vital Signs Monitoring

Resident Care Planning

Infection Control Practices

Effective Communication

Education

Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Registered Practical Nurses Association Registration

Job description

Home: Regency Manor

Location: Port Hope, Ontario

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

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

1. 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.
2. Assess residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate resident care plans. Monitor residents’ health, note changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; process and implement physician orders.
3. Organize and direct functions and activities related to provision of care to residents including restorative care and palliative care as required. Interpret and implement established policies, procedures, and regulations.
4. 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 refer problems to the Director of Care.

Qualifications

1. Appropriate current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
2. Registration or eligible for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as knowledge in Infection Control Practices.
4. Effective human relation skills and demonstrated commitment to working with seniors.
5. 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.