Registered Practical Nurse SEIU Service
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19 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITION SUMMARY
The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to residents in accordance with the policies of the Home and applicable legislation. As a valued member of Long Term Care and SeniorsServices the Registered Practical Nurse demonstrates a commitment to resident safety by providing quality services in accordance with the organizations mission and vision.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)
personal nursing care to residents in accordance with administrative policies physicians orders established standards and recognized nursing principles as directed by the Director Resident Care or Registered Nurse.
conjunction with the Nursing team identify needs of residents and develop and maintain appropriate care plans.
residents condition through recognizing and interpreting symptoms and signs reporting significant changes in physical and emotional condition and implementing appropriate interventions.
report and record symptoms and administer medications and treatment as prescribed.
for safekeepingof drugs and proper care of equipment.
in maintaining a physical and psycho social environment to meet the needs of residents.
and maintain good relationships with residents families visitors andother departments.
all documentation including resident charts and incident/accident reports are completed as required.
and delegate duties to PSW/HCAs on Unit.
in-service education sessions staff meetings committee meetings workshops etc. as directed by the Associate Director Resident Care or Director of Resident Care.
in and demonstrates an understanding of resident safety principles and practices into all day to day activities. Follows all safe work practices and procedures and immediately communicates any activity or action which may constitute a risk to resident safety.
as a member of the inter-disciplinary team within the Home.
utilizes all electronic systems provided.
in committees as required.
other duties as assigned including redeployment in emergency situations.
in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Long Term Care Homes Act and their regulations in performing duties in a safe manner and follows all County of Simcoe Health & Safety policies procedures and legislation.
confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Personal Health Information Protection Act.
CORPORATE COMPETENCIES
Has knowledge of and demonstrated ability in our corporate competencies:
Acts with the Customer in Mind
Ensures Accountability
Continuously Seeks to Improve Work Processes
Collaborates
Communicates with Impact
Is Resilient
EDUCATION TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION
Strong knowledge of health care practices and procedures obtained through a Registered Practical Nurse Diploma.
Current unrestricted registration as an RPN with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening that is less than six (6) months old at time of hire.
As a condition of employment candidates are required to submit documented results of TB testing as per Public Health requirements.
Proof of annual CPR recertification.
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of two (2) years experience as a Registered Practical Nurse
Previous experience in geriatrics or a long term care nursing facility or completion of a course in gerontology is preferred.
EFFORT
May assist residents in and out of chairs beds help to dining room etc.
Frequent walking standing.
Visual and critical thinking skills required when assisting residents and completing charts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is located in a long term care facility exposure to illnesses and germs are possible on a daily basis.
Work schedule to be determined; shifts may include days evenings nights and weekends.
Required Experience:
IC
