Registered Practical Nurse

AgeCare; Markham; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-term care organization in Markham is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care to residents. The ideal candidate must have a Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario and a sound understanding of long-term care regulations. You will be responsible for resident care, directing Personal Support Workers, and collaborating with the health care team to ensure all care needs are met. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Current member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards.
• Background in activation and personnel administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to residents.
• Direct Personal Support Workers and ensure care needs are met.
• Liaise with health care teams and participate in shift reports.

Skills

Geriatric nursing

Rehabilitation nursing

Nursing administration

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.

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This job posting is for an active, open position, and all applications are reviewed by our team without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Canadian work experience is not required. If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application.