Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Overview

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with required medical care and qualified nursing practice, while directing Personal Support Workers as defined by the College of Nurses Standard of Practice for Working with Unregulated Health Care Workers.

Responsibilities

- Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to implement AgeCare policies and procedures on the unit.
- Provide input into the revision of procedures within the residence and the unit.
- Liaise with physicians and other members of the health care team, including external health care partners.
- Notify the physician immediately of any significant changes in resident status in the absence of the Registered Nurse.
- Work with other members of the health care team to ensure residents’ care needs are met.
- Provide direction to Personal Support Workers on the care team.
- Participate in shift reports with members of the health care team, ensuring that all team members are informed of changes in resident status.

Qualifications

- Sound knowledge and background in geriatric, rehabilitation or long‑term care nursing, including activation, nursing, and personnel administration.
- Knowledge of the Fixing Long‑Term Care Act and Regulations, the appropriate sections of the Health Disciplines Act, Occupation Health and Safety Act, Pharmacy Act,



Food and Drugs Act (Canada), Controlled Substances Act (Canada), Health Promotion and Protection Act, Personal Health Protection Act, Coroners Act, College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice, and other pertinent federal, provincial and municipal statutes that influence the operation of the nursing home and nursing department.
- Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario and membership in good standing.

Benefits

- Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.
- Career growth opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
- Supportive culture: a diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.
- Meaningful work: make a real impact on residents’ lives.
- Community feel: build strong connections with residents, their families, and colleagues.
- Recognition: hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

Salary Range: $34.32 – $36.90 per hour, salary placement based on qualifications and experience.

Canadian work experience is not required. If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application.

At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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