Registered Practical Nurse; Casual

Position: Registered Practical Nurse (Casual)
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2

SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

To be considered for interview, you must have a Vulnerable Sector Check completed by your local municipal police within the last 6 months or proof of application.

Job Summary
Participate as a member of the nursing and personal care team, providing front line staff with direction and support. This includes communicating with residents, staff, families and physicians while providing high quality customer service.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provision of nursing care in accordance with established standards of nursing practice set by the College of Nurses of Ontario and Services for Seniors policies and procedures.

Contribute to the assessment and documentation of each resident's health status on an ongoing basis.

Assist in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.

Provide direction and support to front line staff.

Communicate effectively with residents, staff, families, physicians and team members.

Provide excellent customer service at all times.

Provide individualized service and create a “homelike” atmosphere.

Observe reports and records symptoms and conditions of residents.

Administer medication as necessary. Responsible for maintaining the security of drugs and narcotics according to applicable policies and legislation.

Participate in Quality Improvement and Risk Management activities.

Assist in the orientation of new staff, students and volunteers.

Act as a resident advocate; communicates information about client /resident needs to internal and external agencies, staff, volunteers, families and students as required.

Recommend changes to nursing practice, care policies and procedures as the need arises.

Contribute to physician rounds and facilitates Resident Care Conferences.

Support and promote the “CARE” philosophy and Model of Care.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications
Essential

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with Healthcare Provider CPR Level

C.

Successful completion of an approved medication course for the RPN.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as collaboration and leadership skills.

Ability to manage multiple demands with strong decision making skills, critical thinking and organizational skills.

Understanding of the Residents’ Bill of Rights and Compliance Standards as set out by the Ministry of Long Term Care.

Preferred

Demonstrated computer ability and experience using Point of Care (POC), Point Click Care (PCC) and eMAR.

Working/Employment Conditions
Working Conditions

Must be available to work a minimum of two (2) shifts plus one (1) weekend per month.

Flexibility in work schedule including shifts and every other weekend is required.

Must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the care and assistance of residents.

Employment Conditions

Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening by the first day of employment.

Current two-step tuberculosis test (obtained within the past six (6) months) by the first day of employment.

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