Registered Practical Nurse| Permanent Part-Time |Evening

Sienna Senior Living; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living company located in Peel Region, Mississauga is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join their team. The ideal candidate will have current RPN registration, BCLS certification, and a minimum of one year of experience in geriatric nursing. This role involves preparing medications, documenting client concerns, and promoting wellness among residents. The company is dedicated to enhancing the lives of its residents and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Experience in Geriatric Nursing, Healthcare, and/or Rehabilitation as RPN.
• Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer medications as directed.
• Document and follow up on concerns from clients and families.
• Promote client self-care and health education.
• Complete assessments and care plans on time.
• Guide and train unregulated care workers.

Skills

Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Minimum 1 year experience in Geriatric Nursing

Education

Post-graduate studies in Geriatrics and Nursing Administration

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:

Responsibilities

• 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.

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

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.