Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Permanent Part-time - 3 Vacancies, Temporary Part - Time 1 V[...]

Eastholme; Powassan; On-site; CAD 49,235,424 - 51,990,624; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages starting at $35.74 per hour

Vacation pay (%)

Opportunity to learn and grow

Job summary

Eastholme in Powassan, Ontario is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to perform nursing duties in line with the standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario. The RPN will supervise and collaborate with staff to ensure resident care and safety.

The ideal candidate has the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, is registered with the Ontario College of Nurses, and possesses prior experience in long-term care. A competitive wage starts at $35.74 per hour, alongside vacation pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Ontario College of Nurses and have the Pharmacology course.
• Previous experience in Nursing in a Long-term Care setting is required.
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing duties per established standards and regulations.
• Assess, report, and document changes in residents' conditions.
• Supervise care provided by Nursing Aides/Orderlies when required.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills in English

Technological proficiency

Nursing equipment operation

Courteous and tactful interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Registration with Ontario College of Nurses

Pharmacology course

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Care, and indirectly to the Assistant Director(s) of Care (ADOC), the Registered Practical Nurse (“RPN”), is required to perform nursing duties in accordance with the standards established by the College of Nurses of Ontario, which includes, preparing, administering, and recording medications and treatment provided to our residents.The RPN will take responsibility from the RNs in the Home when Management staff are not on shift.All activities are expected to be performed in a safe manner, in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations, along with Corporate Safety policies, procedures and programs. In addition, all necessary personal protective equipment must be used and maintained in good condition.

A Sample of Your Responsibilities (plus other related duties)

• Perform all duties and responsibilities of the nursing department.
• Assess, report, and document changes in residents' physical and emotional conditions.
• Maintain records that reflect residents’ needs, behaviours and care provided.
• Assistwith meal serving, feeding, and ensuring that residentsrequiringassistancereceive it.
• Perform personal care and selected nursing functions to promote the comfort and safety of the resident.
• Provide palliative care, including post-mortem care when necessary.
• Take residents to and from activities, appointments, and co-operate inproviding assistancewith social, religious, and recreational activities.
• Share the responsibility for the care of equipment in the facility and personal belongings of the residents.
• In the absence of the Director of Care, ADOC and Registered Nurse, take charge and supervise shift. i.e., Supervise care provided by Nursing Aides/Orderlies (“Personal Support Workers”) and others to ensure that departmental policies and procedures are being met.
• Provide forthe safety of residents and staff byidentifying,removingand reporting unsafe equipment.
• Attend in-services and staff development programs and nursing meetings.
• Promote and support staff development and continuing education, provide in-service and ongoing training in respect to new procedures and practices.
• Comply withand ensure that staffcomply withthe Fire and Health and Safety Regulations andattainproficiencyin the methods of sounding the fire alarm, fire evacuation procedures, proper use of fire extinguishing equipment and other procedures designed to ensure the security and protection of residents of the Home.When required, assume the role of Fire Control Officer.
• Comply withthecurrent and relevant long-term care legislation and regulations.
• Show others how to perform tasks and duties.
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, practicing and promoting safe working habits, performing duties in a safe manner andfollowall relevant policies, procedures, and legislation.This shall include wearingappropriate PPEasrequired.
• Maintain confidentialityin accordance withall applicable privacy and protection legislation.
• Perform other related duties asrequiredandin the event ofan emergency perform other duties as may be assigned.

What Qualifications are Required?

• Ontario Secondary School Diplomarequired.
• Must be registered with the Ontario College of Nurses and must have the Pharmacology course.
• Previousexperience working in Nursing in a Long-term Care setting.
• Ability to satisfactorilyoperatenursing equipment.
• Must be courteous and tactful when dealing with residents and family members,staffand visitors.
• Must be able todemonstrateproficiencyin verbal and written communication skills in English. Other languages are considered an asset.
• Ability todemonstratetechnologicalproficiency.
• Adept at working independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work any of the scheduled shifts (Days, Evenings, Nights), including weekends – shift patterns may be changed to meet operational needs in the Home.
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check).
• Must be fully vaccinated orbe willing to obtain any required immunizations as set out by legislation or regulations

What Can We Offer to You?

• Competitive wages starting at $35.74per hour
• Vacationpay(%) and a Percentage in lieu of fringe benefits
• An opportunity to learn and grow.
• A great teamto work with and a place you can be proud to work – weare proud to be atop employer in the community we serve!