Registered Nurse - RN

Job Type : Casual

This position is covered under the Single Site Order. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government as per the Single Site Order. The displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

About Us

At Retirement Concepts and West Coast Seniors Housing Management we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About the Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) reports to the Director of Care and / or designate and is the role model and team leader who coordinates and supervises the activities and duties of those who deliver direct resident care. The RN performs duties and monitors departmental activities in accordance with established standards, regulations, policies and procedures to maximize person served holistic quality care while maintaining resident respect and dignity.

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to;

• Assesses residents’ needs; implements and evaluates individualized resident-centred care plans.
• Supports LPN’s to review and update care plans as required, offers clinical decision making support including clinical assessments to support the care team on a daily basis as needed.
• Administers medications and treatments as per established standards, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Responsible for community wound management, assisting LPNs with assessment, treatment and documentation as needed, facilitating referral to Wound Care Specialist when necessary. Submits wound report to Director of Care (DOC) or designate weekly.
• Provides direct care to residents as necessary and liaises with other disciplines and departments to ensure quality focused resident care.
• Liaises with physicians, community agency representatives, families, visitors and volunteers.
• Supports the move in process, works collaboratively with other team members and follows community policies and protocols
• Attends Care Conferences in the absence of the DOC or designate.
• Ensures residents rights are observed and adheres to a holistic philosophy of wellness.
• Acts as First Aid attendant when on duty and that all injured staff completes the required documentation.
• Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through :

oaccident prevention,

oknowledge of emergency procedures and regulations,

othe safe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs are necessary, and

oUtilizing infection control procedures

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