GAIN Behavioral Support Ontario RPN

Mission Statement : Understand the aspirations of seniors and respond with innovative supports.

Vision Statement : Building inclusive communities where all seniors are connected to living their best possible life.

What to expect when you join SPLC :

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Rewarding career that supports meaningful work in our communities
• Training and Professional Development opportunities
• Healthy and safe working environment

Position : GAIN Behavioral Support Ontario RPN (Full-time)

Hours of Work : 35 hours per week

Date Posted : March,15, 2024

Reports to : Director of Care Services

Deadline : Until position is filled

Position Summary :

The BSO clinician provides support and expertise to patients who are experiencing responsive behaviors related to dementia, complex mental health issues, substance abuse and / or other neurological disorders;

and their caregivers / family. In collaboration with the GAIN interprofessional team, the BSO clinician provides a comprehensive, bio-psychosocial behavioral assessment, interventions and follow up.

Caregiver education and follow up is a key aspect of this role.

Responsibilities :

1. Provides Clinical Care and Consultation Services to improve and / or maintain activities of daily living for older adults and seniors with responsive behaviour

• Participates in GAIN processes including clinical triage and comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
• Participates in evidence based assessment using various assessment tools (Behavioural Assessment Tool ( BAT) , Cohen-Mansfield Agitation Inventory (CMA) , Mini Mental Status Examination ( MMSE ) etc. )

2. Provide education, community and interprofessional resources to patients, patient’s family, and care providers

Assess need for educational support and training to front-line care givers / family and informal care providers and engage with the available supports as required such as GAIN Clinicians, Psychogeriatric Resource Consultants, Alzheimer’s Society, CCAC case managers, GEM etc.

3. Ensures quality of service provision and continuous quality improvements

Performs quality improvement and administrative responsibilities, and participates in policy and procedure development as required and within scope of duties / subject expertise.

Education :

• Must be registered with good standing with the College of Nurse of Ontario
• Membership of RPNAO (Registered Practical Nurse Association of Ontario) or RNAO(Registered Nurse Association of Ontario)
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
• Certificate of completion in PIECES, Montessori Based Dementia Care, U First & GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approach)
• First Aid and CPR certification

Skills & Experience :

• Minimum of 3 years of experience with conducting home visits, providing both patient, and caregiver support and perform within the full scope of practice of RPN / RN
• Excellent critical thinking skills for the early detection, intervention, and prevention of responsive behaviors
• Patient assessment skills, clinical knowledge and expertise within the RPN / RN scope of practice related to gerontological mental health, addictions and neurological conditions
• Strong knowledge of best practices for dementia, delirium, depression and other mental health issues and their effect on patients, families and caregivers
• Access to a vehicle daily and valid driver’s license required

Others :

• Required to work occasional evening and weekend hours
• Required to work at satellites sites, home visits with clients and caregivers; working alone in the home
• Must have access to a vehicle and a valid driver license
• Vulnerable Sector screening required
• Proof of full COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical Exemption Certificate required

Senior Persons Living Connected is a diverse work environment. We encourage applications from all persons, including persons with disabilities.

Accommodation will be provided, if needed, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act.