Job Description
The RN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice daily in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies, internal policies and standards of care to provide best possible care to the residents
For Union Jobs, please refer to the collective agreement and provide the following additional information in the Job Description:
Union Name:
Union Local: ONA
Union Classification (Title): RN as applicable
Salary: RN rate as per Collective Agreement
Nursing Schedule: As per collective agreement
The below job description will apply:
General Responsibilities
1) Ensure care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians’ orders and administrative policies, as well as observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents / patients. Assure observance of required techniques in nursing care
2) Assist in assessing patients/residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate care plans. Monitors health, notes changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physicians’ orders
Qualifications:
1) Appropriate current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
2) Previous leadership experience in long-term care preferred
3) Experience dealing with the cognitively impaired residents
4) Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices
5) Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control measures
6) Demonstrated commitment to working with seniors
7) Ability to present information clearly and effectively both verbally whether in person or over the phone, and in writing; an active listener who projects a friendly demeanor
8) Ability to collect and use information to critically think problems and situations; puts information from various sources together to see the ‘big picture’ and generate creative solutions
9) Sound knowledge of Wound Care
10) Organizational, planning, time management, multi-tasking and conflict resolution skills
11) Able to work as per Health and Safety guidelines and policy
12) Willing to take a Quality Program Leadership role
13) Flexibility to work in different roles as per the facility requirements
14) Willing to work on different units as per the facility needs
150 Other duties as assigned by ADOCs and DOC
Time Type:
Part timeAt Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
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Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.