Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Unscheduled Part Time Riverbend

Job Description

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Mission

Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW) the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned resident-focused goal-directed nursing care in accordance with provincial standards of practice and Extendicares policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team in accordance with Extendicares Professional Practice Model and person-centered approach to care.

• Complete and maintain accurate resident clinical assessments care plans service plans and documentation ensuring updates and changes are communicated appropriately.

• Implement monitor and evaluate care plans making adjustments as required to meet residents evolving needs.

• Assist in scheduling resident care conferences and actively participate in care planning discussions where applicable.

• Work closely with the DOC/DHW to support resident admissions discharges and transfers.

• Provide direct nursing care including medication and treatment administration while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and Extendicare standards.

• Process physician orders safely manage medications and narcotics and administer medications in accordance with regulatory standards scope of practice and organizational policies.

• Facilitate resident and family education to support health outcomes and informed decision-making.

• Develop coordinate manage and evaluate resident care plans in collaboration with residents substitute decision-makers physicians nursing staff interdisciplinary teams and external service providers.

• Coordinate nursing assignments to ensure efficient timely and high-quality care delivery.

• Respond appropriately to significant changes in resident condition and medical emergencies including the provision of emergency first aid.

• Provide leadership by teaching delegating to and directing unregulated care providers.

• Address resident and family concerns promptly and escalate issues to the DOC DHW Executive Director or other departments as required.

• Support the DOC/DHW in implementing coordinating and monitoring Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Health and Safety initiatives Clinical Programs and Quality Improvement/Safety Plans.

• Uphold and promote Extendicares values ethics integrity and Code of Conduct.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current registration and good standing as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in the applicable province or state.

• Experience working in a seniors care environment and supervising or collaborating with unregulated care providers is preferred.

• Education and/or experience in gerontology rehabilitation community care complex care or long-term care is considered an asset.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated critical thinking clinical judgment care coordination time management and customer service skills.

• Sound clinical knowledge and nursing assessment skills.

• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and First Aid certification.

• Computer proficiency including experience with Microsoft Office applications.

• Current Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS/VPS) completed within the past six months.

What Extendicare Offers

At Extendicare we believe a collaborative team environment helps individuals reach their full potential. We value our employees promote equal opportunities for growth and recognize achievements at every level.

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• Ongoing mentorship professional development and lifelong learning opportunities.

• Career advancement and internal growth opportunities.

• A meaningful and rewarding work experience that makes a positive difference in the lives of seniors and their families.

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

• Comprehensive benefits package.

About Extendicare

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada operating under the Extendicare ParaMed Extendicare Assist and SGP Purchasing Network brands.

Driven by our mission to provide people with the care they need wherever they call home we are committed to delivering high-quality care and services that support Canadas growing senior population.

Our operations include:

• A network of long-term care homes both owned and managed under contract.

• More than 11 million hours of home health care services delivered annually.

• Group purchasing services supporting approximately 150000 beds across Canada.

Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30000 dedicated highly trained healthcare professionals and support team members who are committed to helping people live better through exceptional care and service.

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$32.00 - $34.63

At Extendicarewevespent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare you become part of a compassionate mission-driven team committed to creating a safe supportive and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills experience education and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer acomprehensive suite of benefitsdesigned to support your health financial well-being and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We mayuse artificial intelligence (AI) toolsto support certain stages of the recruitment process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team butdo notreplace human judgment every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. Ifyou wouldlike more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible inclusive and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 32 - 34