REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE, CASUAL

Lifetimes Living Inc.; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Professional development support

Job summary

Lifetimes Living Inc. in Peterborough, ON is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) on a casual basis to support seniors with personal care and safety.

The role reports to the Health and Wellness Manager and emphasizes compassionate, resident-centered care in a warm retirement setting. The position offers flexible hours with a starting wage of $28.36/hour and opportunities to contribute to a caring team dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RPN.
• Experience in retirement or long-term care preferred.
• Strong communication and supervisory abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise PSWs and team members.
• Assess resident care needs and report changes.
• Develop and modify resident care plans and evaluate effectiveness.
• Assist orientation of new Associates.
• Manage medication delivery and ensure proper ordering and administration.
• Liaise with residents, families, and external agencies.
• Ensure safety and compliance with OHSA.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal communication

CPR/First Aid

Education

RPN license

Job description

Peterborough Retirement Residence, Peterborough, ON, CA

Salary Range: $28.36 To $28.36 Hourly

“How do you bring kindness to others every day?”

Join us in our journey of kindness where compassion is our language, and kindness is our legacy. We are committed to nurturing a culture of kindness that flourishes within our team. Our valued team members are the heart of our mission and their well-being directly impacts the lives of those in our care.

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) reports to the Health and Wellness Manager and is responsible for the day-to-day safety and provision of personal care and services for seniors. By promoting the values, goals, and philosophy of the Home, the RPN effortlessly/consistently engages in meaningful interactions with residents, families, and team members.

Wage Rate

The starting wage rate is $28.36/hour.

Vacancy

We are hiring employees to work on a casual basis to help us fulfil our scheduling needs and fill vacant shifts as they arise. We are offering flexible hours.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direction and supervision to PSWs/team members,
• Responsible for ongoing assessment of resident care needs, monitoring and reporting changes,
• Participates in the development and modification of resident’s plan of care. Assists in implementing/evaluating the effectiveness of the plans,
• Supports/participates in the orientation of new Associates,
• Accountable for the medication delivery system for the Residents,
• Ensures medications are ordered, received, and administered as prescribed,
• Liaisons with Residents, families, and outside agencies as required,
• Respects the Residents’ Bill of Rights,
• Liaisons with the Resident’s physician as necessary,
• Promotes a safe, healthy workplace,
• Completes weights and blood pressure checks as required,
• Provides ongoing education to Associates to meet legislative requirements and learning needs of Associates,
• Aware of role and responsibilities under the Occupational Health & Safety Act,
• Inspires others to be motivated and work with passion and empowers team members,
• Any and all other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Current Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse or a Registered Practical Nurse registered with a regulatory authority in a Canadian jurisdiction other than Ontario and holds in that jurisdiction the equivalent of a certificate of registration authorizing independent practice in Ontario as of right exemption Bill 60,
• Experience in Retirement or long-term care preferred,
• A high degree of tolerance and patience,
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills,
• Supervisory capability and experience,
• Ability to walk, stand, carry equipment, and ability to lift and transfer Residents,
• Basic CPR and First aid preferred,
• Ability to work with and relate to interdisciplinary team members,
• Ability to work from the heart and make others smile,
• Must have a clear vulnerable sector screen, no older than 6 months, TB test results less than 6 months old, must be able to provide three supervisory reference

What do we offer you?

• Competitive wages
• Support for personal and professional growth

We appreciate all applicants' interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use secure, limited AI tools to assist with administrative tasks such as organizing applications or analyzing role alignment. These tools are used solely to support our recruitment team. All hiring decisions are made by people.

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We strive to be diverse, inclusive, fair, equitable and accessible by addressing barriers and promoting dignity and respect for all. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager.