Monitor the provision of elder care by the nursing team on an assigned unit, acting as the team leader. Assess the elder’s needs in accordance with the RAI-MDS tool and provide a plan of care and interventions based on an evaluation of outcomes.
Duties And Responsibilities
Administer and document medications and treatments for all elders, and assess effectiveness
Report elder response to medication and treatments to physician/nurse practitioner
Transcribe and process all orders received
Communication And Documentation
Chart care provided, behaviours and incidents
Respond to elder and family inquiries
Educate elders, families, and staff
Complete RAI-MDS assessments, RAPs and care plans according to schedule
Act as a mentor for students during clinical placement
Provide guidance and direction to Personal Support Workers, and other staff working on the assigned unit
Elder Care
Assist as necessary with elder care and transferring
Ensure elder and family are comfortable during palliative phase
Monitor levels of liquid oxygen in portable ranks and fill as necessary
General
Incumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribed
Incumbents must possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands Analysis
Credentials Required
Registered Practical Nurse Diploma
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Experience
None required
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📌 Registered Practical Nurse Sarnia
🏢 The Corporation of the County of Lambton
📍 Sarnia
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