Registered Nurse; RN

Reporting to the Director of Care, the Registered Nurse (“RN”) provides professional nursing care to the Residents and directs and supervises the nursing care given by the Registered Practical Nurse and the non-registered staff. The RN ensures nursing practice is consistent with current legislation and the standard of practice defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and shall promote the residents’ health through the assessment of, the provision of care for, and the treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative, and rehabilitative means to attain and maintain optimal function.

The RN shall take charge and ensure the staff functioning of the Home at times when management is not present – this is typically on the evening shift, night shift and all shifts on weekends and statutory holidays.

• Co-ordinate appropriate nursing care using the nursing process
• Assess resident’s needs, plan care for residents, implement plan of care and evaluate the plan of care
• Perform computerized data entry, charting and operational procedures related to the RAI-MDS systems, medication administration and other computer programs required in the nursing department
• Initiate and maintain effective communication with appropriate members of the Health Care Team
• Maintain effective liaison with the medical director and attending physician(s)
• Arrange and co-ordinate other professional services, support services and external agencies
• Provide personal nursing care to the residents, as required
• Review and maintain records according to established policies and Standards
• Arrange/co-ordinate resident’s appointments, transfers, admissions, and discharges and participate in interdisciplinary team conferences
• Monitor infections/outbreaks
• Ensure staffing for the oncoming shift is adequate
• Prepare, investigate, and submit reports regarding staff/resident incidents and staff discipline incidents
• Promote and support staff development and continuing education, provide in-service and ongoing training in respect to new procedures and practices

• University degree in Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or equivalent
• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Previous experience of nursing and health care practices and techniques in long-term care are considered assets
• Capable of supervising and scheduling staff, and taking charge of the Home on evenings, nights, and weekends
• Experience supervising a unionized team would be an asset
• Knowledge of the current and relevant long-term care legislation and regulations, Occupational Health and Safety practices and Employment Standards Act principles and legislation, and any other applicable legislation
• Adept at working independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Must be willing to work any of the scheduled shifts under which the Home operates (Days, Evenings, Nights) to ensure the effective operation of the facility and be prepared to respond to emergent situations
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check)
• Must be willing to obtain any, and all, required immunizations as set out by legislation or regulations

Competitive wages starting at $38.34 to $54.62, depending on experience. OMERS pension plan and Health/Dental Benefits. Vacation pay (4%). An opportunity to learn and grow. A great team to work with and a place you can be proud to work – we are proud to be a top employer in the community we serve!