Community Registered Practical Nurse Jobs in Kitchener, British Columbia

Other related certification an asset*Duties and Responsibilities:*

Proof of medication administration education/competency

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Long-term care experience an asset

$500.00 Signing Bonus for Permanent Hires

Registered Practical Nurse with a current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

100% of your benefits are employer-paid with no out-of pocket (i.e. no waiting for reimbursement)

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

You’re immediately enrolled in a defined pension plan (no waiting period)

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

100% of your benefits are employer-paid with no out-of pocket (i.e. no waiting for reimbursement)

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

You’re immediately enrolled in a defined pension plan (no waiting period)

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

100% of your benefits are employer-paid with no out-of pocket (i.e. no waiting for reimbursement)

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

You’re immediately enrolled in a defined pension plan (no waiting period)

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

100% of your benefits are employer-paid with no out-of pocket (i.e. no waiting for reimbursement)

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

You’re immediately enrolled in a defined pension plan (no waiting period)

Experience working with seniors and alongside Personal Support Workers, as well as education tied to gerontology, rehabilitation and long term care

Processing and administering medication in accordance with regulatory requirements;

Current basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification

Proficient assessment, documentation and communication skills

Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Check (VSC) What we offer

Fostering relationships with residents and families to ensure plan of care is resident focused and carried out;

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

100% of your benefits are employer-paid with no out-of pocket (i.e. no waiting for reimbursement)

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

You’re immediately enrolled in a defined pension plan (no waiting period)

Knowledge of mental illness and substance use treatment

Knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side-effects).

Counselling and group facilitation skills.

Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to mental health and substance use practices.

Documents assessments, care plan, observations, interventions, client/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.

Identifies own learning needs/goals, reviews these with the Team Coordinator and engages in a variety of activities to meet these needs/goals.

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions

Ability to manage aggressive behaviour and to use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques where appropriate;

Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Program

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing;

Ability to administer and monitor the side effects of psychotropic medications;

Ability to work independently in a community setting;

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment;

Complete performance appraisals for PSW, Orientate, mentor and train new staff, including PSW, Complete all education online and attend in-services.

Count Narcotics with night registered staff. Shift report at the nursing station. Do initial rounds on the unit.

Review PSW assignment (Assign fire runner) and participate in fire drills. Participate in fire drills and debrief after fire drills monthly.

Check the daily planner/ communication book for any resident appointments, any requests or needing follow-up

Check and document vaccine, specimen, Medication, and water temperature if no RN is present in the unit.

Distribute iPad and other supplies to PSW, with signage, and upon return Ensure all PSW wear name tags.

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions

Provides health education for patients and families regarding chronic disease management, diagnostic tests and prescribed treatments

Demonstrates knowledge of geriatric syndrome management.

Maintains abreast of new developments in geriatric syndrome management and Seniors Care with integration of related evidence-based advancements into clinical practice

Minimum of two years recent experience related directly to Seniors Care required.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of community resources for older adults.

Must possess excellent organizational skills

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competence in the areas such as gerontology and adults living with complex frailty and chronic illnesses

Ability to teach clients and others about topics essential to health care, health promotion and care self-management using care management principles

Knowledge of broad health care services, community resources agencies and their role in providing a continuum of care

Ability to independently manage and prioritize clients with diverse healthcare issues

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through therapeutic interventions