Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual - Countryside at Extendicare

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Job Description Registered Practical Nurse Mission : Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW), the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient - oriented, goal - directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care. Key Responsibilities : • To work as a member of the inter professional team as described by Extendicare's Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care; • To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required; • To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required; • To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable; • To work closely with DOC/DHW to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers; • To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies and procedures; • To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and procedures; • To facilitate and provide resident/family education; • To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers; • To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents; • To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid; • To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers; • To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to DOC/DHW/Executive Director and other departments; • To follow and assist the DOC/DHW in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control , Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department; • To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct; • To complete all other duties as assigned. Qualifications : • Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State; • Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred; • Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset; • Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills; • Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge; • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required; • Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications. • Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS). What Extendicare has to offer: At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: • Continuous mentorship, support for life - long learning and growth opportunities • Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization • A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work. • Employee Family Assistance Program. • Robust benefits package. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are commit