Registered Practical Nurse (Ppt) (Seiu 21.23) (Up To 3)

Scope of Position: Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and as a member of the multidisciplinary care team, to plan and supervise the daily personal care to the Residents using a person centered model, being aware of the whole persons’ emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual needs. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care and service to the Residents, including the administration of prescribed medications and treatments, working in cooperation with the home physician(s) and the Health Care Team. Position Description:

• To collaborate with the Resident, family, physician and Health Care Team regarding the Residents’ condition, plan of care and services required; and to evaluate the effectiveness of the care and services provided
• To perform any other duties as assigned
• Maintain awareness (at all times) of emergency procedures; participate in drills and associated educational opportunities
• To administer medications and treatments as prescribed and maintain the medication system (including relevant documentation)
• To participate in various teams / committees as required
• To orientate new staff as required
• To provide team leadership and direction to non-regulated nursing staff
• To adhere to infection control policies, procedures, protocols, routines and additional practices as required
• Deliver Resident Care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation)
• Confidentiality is of extreme importance and must always be maintained
• Undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Health and Safety standards, guidelines and legislation
• To participate as a team member in providing Resident centred care and service
• Participate in in-service educational opportunities
• To be aware of and comply with all Corporate and facility policies and procedures

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience:

• Courses specific to gerontology and dementia studies an asset;
• Registered Practical Nurse with a current Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario (including medication administration course)
• Computer skills – experience with a computerized Resident Documentation system an asset; must be able to apply basic functions of Corporate standard software;
• Resident Assessment Instrument, Minimum Data Set (RAI MDS) an asset;
• Working knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long Term Care standards and guidelines and relevant legislation an asset
• Over one year up to and including 2 years of previous experience in a long term care setting an asset
• Gentle Persuasive Approach Certificate would be considered an asset;
• Supervisory experience an asset;

Skills and Abilities:

• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Proven organizational skills
• Resident and Customer focus
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Ability to perform Heimlich Manoeuvre
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Ability to facilitate and adapt to changes in the long term care environment
• Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Benefits

Postion: Registered Practical Nurse (up to 3)

Status: Permanent Part Time

Employee Group: SEIU 1 Canada

Salary: $32.653 - $33.939 per hour (2022 rate) ($1 less per hour for probationary period)

Department: Norview Lodge

Division: Health and Social Services

Reports To: Supervisor, Nursing and Personal Care

Location: Norview Lodge, Simcoe

Posting Period: July 24, 2023 to August 28, 2023

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The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.