• Provides complete, relevant assessment of the resident and describes and/or documents finding according to documentation procedures.
• In collaboration with the Manager or designate, prepares and updates the resident profile and care plan
• Effectively and safely administers medication according to Carefor procedures and CNO standards of practice
• Collaborates with other members of the health care team to ensure residents receive quality care
• Identifies problems using a specified framework and in consultation with the Manager or designate and resident, selects and implements individualized strategies or interventions in order to focus care on resolving or managing the problem
• Describes, evaluates and documents resident’s responses to care
• Describes rationale for referrals and changes in Service Plan
• Provides cost-effective, organized, outcome directed care on an ongoing basis
• Identifies and utilizes tools and resources for work and manages these resources through regular monitoring of equipment etc. and reporting unusable equipment to supervisor or designate.
• Delegates care appropriately
• Meets with resident and family to orient them to the residence.
• Seeks input from residents to assure that service meets expectations
• Plans, implements, evaluates and adjusts care in accordance with customer focused expectations
• Functions in accordance with the standards of nursing practice from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Functions in accordance with the Carefor policies and procedures and the strategic direction of Carefor Pembroke-Renfrew County
• Functions and reports in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and Carefor policies and procedures
• Reports the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device of which he/she is aware and which may endanger him/herself or another worker
• Reports any violations of the Health and Safety Act or the regulations, or the existence of any hazard
• Ensures all workplace incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation, and Carefor policies and procedures for workplace injuries and incidents

• RPN Diploma from approved college
• Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Certificate in gerontology would be an asset.
• Current CPR and First Aid

• 3-5 years’ experience
• Experience in a long term care or retirement facility an asset
• Experience working with people who have dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, and mental health illnesses

• Observation and health assessment according to level of practice
• Performs duties according to the RPN scope of practice
• Health teaching facilitation
• Leadership skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Develop individualized care plans and interventions as determined by the need of the resident.
• Ability to problem solve and to adapt nursing to independent practice
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work a variety of shifts within the care team schedule
• Ability to work independently in a busy, fast paced environment and prioritize duties
• Effective problem solving and decision making skills

• Competitive base salary ($22.39 to $27.99)
• Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Work-life balance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative team culture that supports making a difference in the lives of our clients

Schedule:

Week 1 of Master

M (D) T (D) W (D) T(D) S(D) S (D)

Week 2 of Master

M (D) W (D) T (D) F (D)