Registered Practical Nurse (Up To 3) (Ppt) (Seiu 4.23) Revised

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

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)
• Supervisory experience an asset;
• Over one year up to and including 2 years of previous experience in a long term care setting an asset.
• Resident Assessment Instrument, Minimum Data Set (RAI MDS) an asset;
• Gentle Persuasive Approach Certificate would be considered an asset;
• Computer skills – experience with a computerized Resident Documentation system an asset; must be able to apply basic functions of Corporate standard software;
• Working knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long Term Care standards and guidelines and relevant legislation an asset

Skills and Abilities:

• Proven organizational skills
• 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
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Resident and Customer focus
• Ability to facilitate and adapt to changes in the long term care environment
• Ability to perform Heimlich Manoeuvre
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal 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 work independently as well as part of a team

Benefits
Position: Registered Practical Nurse (up to 3) REVISED
Status: Permanent Part Time
Employee Group: SEIU 1 Canada
Salary: $32.653 - $33.939 per hour (2022 rates) ($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: April 13, 2023 to May 15, 2023
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.