Registered Practical Nurse | Permanent Part Time Days

St. George Community; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living in Toronto, Ontario is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join our team. The RPN will impact residents' lives through medication administration, care planning, and compassionate support.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care staff to promote wellness and safe, person-centered care, while meeting regulatory standards and education requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate.
• Current Medication Administration Certificate.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in Geriatric Nursing, Healthcare and/or Rehabilitation as an RPN.
• Pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Provincial police check and tuberculosis screening as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments as directed by the physician and per Ontario standards.
• Document and follow up on concerns and complaints from clients, families or team members and escalate as needed.
• Promote client self-care, wellness, and education, focusing on the whole person.
• Complete assessments, RAPS and care plans within required timeframes.
• Support unregulated care workers through guidance, direction, training and education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us!

The Registered Practical Nurse is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.

As a Registered Practical Nurse your typical day will impact in the following ways:

• Preparing and administering prescribed, routine, medications and treatments as directed by the Physician and in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Medication Administration Standards.
• Documenting and following up on all concerns and complaints forwarded by a Client, family or team members and informs/seeks assistance from the Registered Nurse or designate.
• Promoting the Client’s self-care and self-sufficiency, emphasize adaptation and abilities, promote wellness and provide preventative health education, thus by treating the whole person.
• Completing all required assessments, RAPS and care plans within timeframes as required.
• Supporting the unregulated care workers through guidance, direction, training and education.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Must haves:

• Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate.
• Current Medication Administration Certificate.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in Geriatric Nursing, Healthcare and/or Rehabilitation as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN).
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check.
• As part of legislative requirements, all successful candidates must meet the provincial police check and tuberculosis screening requirements as applicable.

Bonus points for having:

• Post-graduate studies in Geriatrics and Nursing Administration is an asset.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.