Registered Practical Nurse Casual Age Care Pine Grove

Iris L.P.; Pine Grove; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care to residents in accordance with required medical care and nursing practice. You will direct Personal Support Workers and collaborate with physicians to ensure high-quality care on the unit.

The role requires current certification from the College of Nurses of Ontario, and experience in geriatric or long-term care nursing. Ontario regulations and patient safety are emphasized in daily practice.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing.
• Experience in geriatric, rehabilitation or long-term care nursing.
• Knowledge of relevant acts and regulations in Ontario.
• Ability to supervise Personal Support Workers on the unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to residents per required medical care and nursing practice.
• Direct Personal Support Workers on the care team.
• Collaborate with physicians and health care team to meet resident needs.
• Notify physician of significant changes in resident status promptly.

Skills

Geriatric nursing

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Collaboration with physicians

Education

Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Job description

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity

The Registered Practical Nurse provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with required medical care and professional nursing practice. The Registered Practical Nurse provides direction to the Personal Support Workers as defined by the College of Nurses Standard of Practice Working with Unregulated Health Care Workers.

What Is In It For You

• In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, implements AgeCare policies and procedures on the unit. Provides input into the revision of procedures within the residence and the unit.
• Liaises with physicians and other members of the health care team including external health care partners. In the absence of the Registered Nurse, immediately notifies the physician of any significant changes in resident status.
• Works with other members of the health care team to ensure residents’ care needs are met.
• Provides direction to Personal Support Workers on the care team.
• Participates in shift report with members of the health care team, ensuring that all team members are informed of changes in resident status.

What You Will Need

• A sound knowledge and background in geriatric, rehabilitation or long-term care nursing including activation, nursing, and personnel administration.
• Knowledge of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act and Regulations, the appropriate sections of the Health Disciplines Act, Occupation Health and Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food and Drugs Act (Canada), Controlled Substances Act (Canada) Health Promotion and Protection Act,
• Personal Health Protection Act, Coroners Act, College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice and other pertinent Federal, Provincial and Municipal Statues which influence the operation of the Nursing Home and more specifically the nursing department.
• A current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario and a member in good standing.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us! Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind.

We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of:

• Trust: Act with integrity and fairness
• Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion
• Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service
• Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support