Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Under the supervision of the Care Team Supervisor, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for the provision and management of cost effective, quality nursing care to residents of the Pembroke Mackay Complex. RPN will assume a leadership role by teaching, delegating, and providing guidance to different levels of workers within the care team. Care is provided within the framework of quality & risk management, Carefor policies and procedures, and the standards and scope of practice set by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).

Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897.

For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule, we’re looking out for you and your family. At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives.

Job Description

What You Will Do:
- 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
Qualifications
- 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
What We Have To Offer You:
- Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries
- A collaborative, diverse and inclusive team culture
- Wellness program
- Company events
- Work-life balance
- Paid orientation and training
- Flexible Shifts
- All necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Job Types: Temporary Full-Time

Term: October 13, 2025 – March 31, 2026

Language: English (required)

Work Location: Carefor Mackay Centre

Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.