Registered Practical Nurse — Senior Care: Growth & Impact

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Career growth opportunities

Meaningful work

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our team in Ottawa, Ontario. You will deliver planned, patient-centered nursing care in alignment with provincial standards and our care model, while coordinating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include care planning, medication administration, and staff supervision of unregulated providers. A VPS clearance and BLS/First Aid certifications are required; benefits and professional growth

Qualifications

• Must hold current RPN registration in Ontario.
• Experience working in a seniors' environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• CPR (BLS) and First Aid certification current.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• VPS screening within last 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned, patient-oriented nursing care.
• Complete and maintain resident care plans and documentation.
• Implement and evaluate care plans; adjust as needed.
• Coordinate resident care assignments with the team.
• Administer medications and treatments per policies.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid.
• Teach and supervise unregulated care providers.
• Collaborate with DOC/DHW and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

RPN registration

Senior care experience

Gerontology education

Communication skills

Clinical knowledge

CPR & First Aid

Computer skills

VPS clearance

Education

Licensed as Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Extendicare is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our team in Ottawa, Ontario. You will deliver planned, patient-centered nursing care in alignment with provincial standards and our care model, while coordinating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include care planning, medication administration, and staff supervision of unregulated providers. A VPS clearance and BLS/First Aid certifications are required; benefits and professional growth