Registered Practical Nurse

Job Description If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. We are searching for Full-Time, Part-Time and Casual Registered Practical Nurses to join our Parkland Ancaster team based in Ancaster, Ontario. Meaningful Benefits Approximate hourly wage: $29.44 Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program, Life, travel, and other insurances Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan, pension plan Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance Free onsite parking Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives, Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety About the Opportunity Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the residents’ needs and 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 Adopts the legislation of the RHRA and enforces compliance mandates under the direction of the Director of care Ability to manage the department in the absence of the Supervisor or Manager in areas such as staffing, equipment breakdown, supply ordering and receiving Directs, assigns and evaluates the work of personal support attendants Assists in the orientation of the resident, family and nursing staff.

Documents and investigates resident/staff incidents and complaints and follows up with the Supervisor or Manager promptly Adheres to the Employee Standards and ORCA Code of Ethics and promotes safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education About You A Diploma in Practical Nursing and are currently registered as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario Passion for working with seniors and have experience working with the elderly in a seniors’ living or long-term care environment Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills Availability to work a schedule of flexible hours and all shifts inclusive of days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Ability to provide a current CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification and can provide a Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening #J-18808-Ljbffr