RPN, Job offer in Burlington, Ontario

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Director of Care, the RPN ( Part Time) will be responsible for serving the health and wellness needs of our residents, within the full scope of practice and in accordance with Company policies and procedures, and legislated standards.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage and document medications as prescribed; monitoring and maintaining the safekeeping of drugs and narcotics.
• Maintain resident records and required documentation in accordance with the College of Nurses standards, legislative requirements and Company policies and procedures
• Liaison with family members as a resource for questions or concerns regarding practices or related health care issues
• Maintains effective communication and good interpersonal relations with medical and allied staff, residents, families and other departments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Walking, stretching and standing on a variety of surfaces for at least 4 hrs. per day
• Lift alone, up to 50 pounds
• Pushing, pulling wheeled equipment up to 50 pounds
• Bending, stooping on a regular basis
• Climbing stairs and able to work in confined spaces

WHO YOU ARE

• Continuously follow the principles of “good customer service” and ensure that these values are demonstrated in day to day practices
• Demonstrate solid nursing skills as per the College of Nurses standards of practice
• Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively within the team, with residents, families as well as external service resources
• Organizational and leadership skills
• Experienced in geriatric, rehabilitation or long-term care
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Good written and verbal English communication skills
• Must be able to provide a police check with vulnerable sector screen upon hire
• Must be able to provide a record of immunization for TB test upon hire