Registered Practical Nurse; RPN Part-Time; PT-Crossing Bridge

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Part‑Time (PT) – Crossing Bridge

Join to apply for the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Part‑Time (PT) – Crossing Bridge role at Extendicare
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The RPN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice daily in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies and internal policies and standards of care.

Union Name: CUPE
Union Local:
Extendicare Crossing Bridge
Union Classification (Title): RPN
Salary: RPN Rate as per current collective agreement
Nursing

Schedule:

As per collective agreement

• 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.
• Assist in assessing patients/residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate care plans. Monitor health, note changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; process and implement physicians’ orders.

• Appropriate current certificate of competence from the Approved Institutions for the province.
• Registration or eligible for registration with the Approved Institutions for the province.
• Previous supervisory experience in long‑term care preferred.
• Experience dealing with the cognitively impaired.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as knowledge in infection control practices.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with seniors.
• 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.
• 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.
• Organizational, planning, time management and multitasking skills.

Part time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. Extendicare and affiliated organizations, including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

Not Applicable

Part‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care