PT RPN every other weekend evening shift

Our retirement community is currently seeking a Part Time Evening shift RPN to join our team, this would be every other weekend.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Background:
§ Registered Practical Nurse Certificate of Competence of Ontario
§ Current CPR and First Aid Certification
§ Excellent nursing assessment skills
§ Excellent communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES &/OR ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Medication Administration and Resident Assessments
• All duties listed below may be assigned as needed.
• Assists the Director of Care in the planning, development, organization, implementation and evaluation of the overall quality of resident care by the nursing department.
• Performs initial and ongoing nursing assessments of residents’ needs
• Develops, revises and implements the resident care profiles.
• Orders, administers and stores medications and treatments in compliance with the policies of the facility, pharmacy and standards of the College of Nurses.
• Documents and reports all errors and omissions.
• Ability to manage department in supervisor’s absence in areas such as staffing, equipment breakdown, supply ordering and receiving.
• Ensures the family, physician and management team are informed of changes in residents’ condition and needs.
• Ensures supplies and equipment are properly and efficiently utilized.
• Liaises with other health care personnel, agencies and families as required.
• Assists in the orientation of the resident, family and nursing staff.
• Completes audits and reports as required.

Provide direct care to residents as required

Experience in a geriatric setting (preferred).

Experience caring for those with dementia (preferred)

GPA and UFirst Training is considered an asset

Job Types: Part-time, every other weekend

Salary: From $28.42 per hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $28.42 per hour

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• On-site parking