Registered Practical Nurse, part time

West Park; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse who is passionate about providing exceptional care to seniors. In this fulfilling role, you will be responsible for delivering compassionate nursing services, ensuring adherence to care protocols, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. You will also play a vital role in training new staff and collaborating with a team to create a supportive environment. If you are eager to make a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current nursing certificate and registration with Ontario's nursing body.
• Experience in long-term care and ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional resident care and follow protocols.
• Observe and report vital signs and conditions of residents.
• Assist in managing nursing and personal care staff.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Registered Practical Nurses Association Registration

Job description

“Every day you know that you will touch a life, or that a life will touch yours.”

Ready to be part of a team that will truly value your hard work, dedication and effort? Are you passionate about providing compassionate and quality care to residents in long term care? If you are, we want to hear from you!

On a daily basis the RPN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies and internal policies and standards of care.

You will be accountable for…

1. Ensuring exceptional resident care is provided while following protocols and maintaining physicians’ orders
2. Observing, reporting and recording vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents, and initiating remedial health measures where appropriate
3. Organizing and directing functions and activities related to provision of care to residents
4. Assisting in the management of the work of nursing and personal care staff
5. Training and professional development of new staff, referring concerns to the Director of Care

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:

1. Appropriate current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
2. Bilingual in English and French is an asset but not required
3. A serving heart and a passion for caring for seniors
4. Registration/eligible for registration with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario
5. Previous similar experience in long-term care an asset, with comprehensive knowledge of duties
6. Ability to work individually and as part of a team, to prioritize tasks in order of urgency
7. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and comprehension skills
8. Developed creative problem-solving skills to look at the “big picture”

Interested applicants should send their resume directly to our recruitment team at [e-mail]. 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.