Registered Practical Nurse EV

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Registered Practical Nurse is responsible and accountable for providing optimal care to promote the wellbeing of each individual resident.

Participates in the assessment, delivery and evaluation of nursing services to meet the individual needs of each resident.

Must possess a current Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario

• Must possess a medication administration certificate approved for Ontario since 1985 and added nursing skills training
• Prior experience in Long Term Care (Gerontology)
• Must have basic-advanced computer skills
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education

Available 7 days per week, Flexible hours

• Performs nursing skills in accordance with the standards of nursing practice as outlined by the College of Nurses
• Assists the Registered Nurse in contacting and facilitating medical services, other professional services, support services and external agencies to ensure continuity of care
• Ensure nursing staff perform assigned tasks and duties and reports observations to the Registered Nurse
• Performs delegated tasks safely and effectively
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences for assessing, planning and evaluating resident care needs
• Works cooperatively with students and volunteers to enhance resident care and foster community partnerships
• Participates as required in the formulation and review of policies and procedures, goals and objectives
• Provides care to residents following an established plan of care
• Observes and reports resident health findings to the registered staff
• Completes resident records accurately to reflect the resident care provided complying with legislative and Home requirements
• Participates in the orientation process for residents, students, volunteers and nursing personnel
• Participates as required on various Home and departmental committees
• Works cooperatively with peers and supervisors using the CQI/Risk Management process to evaluate and ensure follow-up
• Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently
• Shares responsibility for the care of the environment and equipment of the Home; and the personal belongings of the residents
• Promotes wellness as a concept of living
• Protects own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety
• Follows all roles and responsibilities for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Must actively participate in ongoing educational opportunities and relay information to the rest of the nursing staff