Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual - Extendicare Halton Hills

EXTENDICARE; Georgetown; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous mentorship

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Job summary

EXTENDICARE in Georgetown, Canada, is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) who will be responsible for providing quality nursing care in line with provincial standards. The position offers the opportunity to work as part of an interprofessional team, delivering essential patient care and coordinating nursing services.

The ideal candidate will have current RPN registration, experience in a senior's care setting, and strong communication skills. This is a part-time role with opportunities for career growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Demonstrated sound clinical knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-oriented nursing care according to provincial standards.
• Implement and evaluate the effectiveness of care/service plans.
• Respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Critical thinking

Care coordination

Time management

Customer focus

Education

Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse

Education and experience in gerontology

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Current Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Job Description

Mission: Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC), the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.

Key Responsibilities

• To work as a member of the inter professional team as described by Extendicare’s Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care;
• To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required;
• To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required;
• To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable;
• To work closely with DOC/DHW to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers;
• To provide direct resident care and medication/treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies and procedures;
• To process the orders and secure drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and procedures;
• To facilitate and provide resident/family education;
• To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers;
• To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents;
• To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and/or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;
• To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;
• To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and/or concern communicated to DOC/DHW/Executive Director and other departments;
• To follow and assist the DOC/DHW in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct;
• To complete all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State;
• Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred;
• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset;
• Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills;
• Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge;
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required;
• Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications;
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).

Benefits

• Continuous mentorship, support for life‑long learning and growth opportunities;
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization;
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work;
• Employee Family Assistance Program;
• Robust benefits package.

Compensation

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package.

Employment Type

Part time