RPN — Long-Term Care: Meaningful Impact & Growth

AgeCare Ltd.; Canada; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay & benefits

Career growth

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Community feel

Recognition

Job summary

AgeCare is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to provide professional nursing care to residents in our long-term care community. You will monitor residents’ health, administer medications, and collaborate with the care team to uphold high standards of safety and comfort.

In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, you will guide Personal Support Workers, participate in shift reports, liaise with physicians, and contribute to policy implementation.

Qualifications

• Geriatric or long-term care nursing background including management elements.
• Knowledge of relevant Canadian health acts and nursing standards.
• Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to implement AgeCare policies on the unit.
• Provide input to revise procedures within the residence and the unit.
• Liaise with physicians and other health care team members.
• Notify physician of significant changes in resident status in RN absence.
• Direct Personal Support Workers on the care team.
• Participate in shift reports to inform the team of status changes.

Skills

Geriatric nursing

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate of Competence (Ontario)

Job description

AgeCare is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to provide professional nursing care to residents in our long-term care community. You will monitor residents’ health, administer medications, and collaborate with the care team to uphold high standards of safety and comfort.

In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, you will guide Personal Support Workers, participate in shift reports, liaise with physicians, and contribute to policy implementation.