Registered Practical Nurse Casual Villa Forum-2

AgeCare; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading long-term care provider is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to deliver professional nursing care to residents. This role involves collaborating with healthcare teams, directing support workers, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. If you are passionate about serving seniors with dignity and respect, we invite you to join our compassionate team.

Qualifications

• Current member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation and standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to residents.
• Direct Personal Support Workers and collaborate with healthcare team.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in resident status.

Skills

Knowledge of geriatric nursing

Knowledge of rehabilitation nursing

Knowledge of long-term care nursing

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 believe we are working in our residents' homes and dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable, 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. They also provide direction to 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

• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to implement AgeCare policies and procedures on the unit. Contribute to the revision of procedures within the residence and the unit.
• Liaise with physicians and other members of the healthcare team, including external partners. Notify the physician immediately in the absence of the Registered Nurse of any significant changes in resident status.
• Work with the healthcare team to meet residents’ care needs.
• Provide direction to Personal Support Workers on the care team.
• Participate in shift reports, ensuring all team members are informed of changes in resident status.

What You Will Need

• A sound knowledge of geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care nursing, including activation, nursing, and personnel administration.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Fixing Long-Term Care Act and Regulations, 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, and Coroners Act.
• Familiarity with College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice and other pertinent federal, provincial, and municipal statutes affecting nursing home operations.
• 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!