Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Location: Long-Term Care Home – Ontario Reports To: Director of Care / RN Supervisor Position Summary The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides direct nursing care to residents in accordance with the standards of practice set by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, and facility policies. The RPN ensures safe, competent, and compassionate care to residents while collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities 1.

Resident Care

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed Perform nursing assessments within RPN scope of practice Monitor and document residents’ health status and report changes Provide wound care, palliative care, and chronic disease management Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed 2.

Care Planning

Participate in developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans Update care plans based on resident condition and physician orders Attend care conferences with families and healthcare team 3.

Documentation





Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic or paper health records Complete incident reports and required regulatory documentation Supervise and provide direction to Personal Support Workers (PSWs) Collaborate with Registered Nurses (RNs), physicians, physiotherapists, and other team members Act as a charge nurse when required 5.

Infection

Prevention & Safety Follow infection prevention and control (IPAC) protocols Adhere to workplace health and safety standards Participate in quality improvement initiatives Qualifications Diploma in Practical Nursing from an accredited program Current registration and good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Current CPR and First Aid certification Knowledge of gerontology and long-term care standards Experience in long‑term care (preferred) Solid clinical assessment skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Compassionate, patient‑centered approach Strong organizational and time management skills Knowledge of electronic health record systems Working Conditions Physically demanding (lifting, transferring residents) Fast‑paced environment with multiple priorities

📌 Overnight Nursing RPN/RN (Belleville)
🏢 Belcrest Nursing Homes
📍 Belleville