RPN

Extendicare; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Extendicare Oshawa is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care in our long-term care home. You will follow physicians' orders, document vitals, and contribute to individualized care plans.

Candidates must hold a provincial certificate of competence and be eligible for registration, with prior experience in elderly care and infection control. A willingness to complete BSO Fundamentals Training is required.

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence from the provincial body.
• Registration or eligible for registration with the provincial body.
• Experience in long-term care or community homecare preferred.
• Infection control knowledge and practice.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with seniors.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing; friendly demeanor.
• Strong organizational, planning, time-management and multi-tasking skills.
• Willingness to complete Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) Fundamentals Training.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care per established standards, physician orders and policies.
• Assist in assessing residents and develop, implement and review care plans.
• Monitor health status, document vitals, and refer to doctors as needed.
• Observe and report changes in condition; ensure infection control practices.

Skills

Clear communication

Active listening

Friendly demeanor

Problem solving

Time management

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

Provincial certificate of competence

Registration or eligible for registration

BSO Fundamentals Training (willing to complete)

Job description

## RPNApply: LTC - Oshawa - 82 Park Road North, Oshawa, Ontario: Full time: Posted Today: R36991**Job Description**Union Name: CUPE Union Local: 4788 Union Classification (Title): RPN or LPN as applicableSalary: RPN Visit Rate Nursing Schedule: As per collective agreementAccess to reliable vehicle in community home care is requiredFor both Non- Union and Union jobs, the below description will apply:General Responsibilities 1) Ensure care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians’ orders and administrative policies, as well as, observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents / patients. Assure observance of required techniques in nursing care 2) Assist in assessing patients/residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate care plans. Monitor health, notes changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physicians’ ordersQualifications 1) Appropriate current certificate of competence from the Approved Institutions for the province 2) Registration or eligible for registration with the Approved Institutions for the province 3) Previous managerial experience in long-term care or community homecare preferred 4) Experience dealing with the cognitively impaired 5) Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as Knowledge in Infection Control Practices 6) Demonstrated commitment to working with seniors 7) Ability to present information clearly and effectively both verbally whether in person or over the phone, and in writing; an active listener who projects a friendly demeanour 8) Ability to collect and use information to thoroughly think through problems and situations; puts information from various sources together to see the ‘big picture’ and generate creative solutions 9) Organizational, planning, time management and multi-tasking skills**10)** Successful completion of, or willingness to complete, the **Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) Fundamentals Training** and demonstrated ability to support residents with responsive behaviours, dementia, mental health, and other cognitive impairments using person-centred care approaches.**Time Type:**Full time At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.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. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail]. We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.