Casual Registered Practical Nurse - U

Position: Casual Registered Practical Nurse I - U
* Provides nursing care in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, the resident plan of care and within the scope of practice of an RPN
* Utilizing sound nursing practice principles, the RPN will ensure delivery of excellent nursing and personal care in the assigned home area(s)
* Develops and sustains a plan of care to meet residents’ assessed needs
* Responsible for safekeeping of drug and narcotic keys in accordance with professional standards and policies
* Responsible for maintaining accurate and complete records of nursing care delivered utilizing Point Click Care and RAI MDS coding
* Demonstrates a professional working knowledge of all equipment used in the delivery of nursing care
* Follows all corporate policies and procedures; contributes to the development of site specific nursing policies as indicated
* Supports and documents on home’s programs in infection control, wound care, falls prevention, restraints minimization and responsive behaviours
* Seeks direction from the RN when resident need exceeds experience or scope of practice.
* Leadership tasks will be assigned by RN as needed
* Promotes positive work environment and team work by following the Meighen Health Centre’s policies and procedures
* Prioritizes residents’ needs
* Supervises the tasks and performance of the PSWs on the unit
* Resolves day to day assignment and routine issues and mediates conflicts
* Participates in active learning, and performance management process in accordance with The Salvation Army Meighen Health Centre’s standards for all employees within the nursing department
* Identifies nursing department learning needs and communicates to leadership within the home
* Models positive working relationships with the management, and co-workers
* Actively participates in the annual educational program for the nursing department
* Demonstrates relevant understanding of and compliance with legislative knowledge of the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act, collective agreement and MOHLTC Act as it applies to the nursing direct care staff.
* Demonstrates understanding of, and compliance with, workers’ responsibilities under the Occupational Health and   Safety Act and Regulations, WSIB policy and Meighen Health Centre’s Health and Safety plans, policies and procedures
* Attends Health and Safety in-services and taking action to address unsafe conditions and/or procedures, to ensure  a healthy and safe work environment
* Advises supervisor or designate immediately of all staff incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical, incidents or injuries and completes required reports
* Follows all health and safety policies and procedures.  Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and residents
* Wears personal protective equipment as required
* Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles
* Maintains a sound working knowledge of their roles and responsibilities during all emergency situations when working in different shifts.
* Must possess current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurse of Ontario
* Must possess a current and valid CPR certificate
* Experience in rehabilitation or long-term nursing preferred
* Proficiency in interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
* RAI MDS knowledge
* E-mar proficiency
* Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel; safe internet use; and electronic health management systems e.g. Point Click Care
* Current knowledge of issues and trends in nursing practice including best practices in quality of care
* Knowledge of current quality improvement and risk management concepts and approaches with special emphasis on the prevention of falls and least restraint policies
* Deal tactfully and courteously with residents, resident’s families, visitors and staff in a positive manner
* Demonstrate a high level of integrity, sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality
* Ability to provide and follow direction and work in a team environment

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