REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN)

ABOUT US

We’re Signature Retirement Living, and we believe that enjoying life is what Vibrant Seniors Living should be all about. We hire outstanding people who truly care about seniors and understand their needs. We value our staff and believe in providing a culture that cultivates and celebrates success, offering excellent benefits and perks, and a vibrant, fun, protected work environment, and much more!

As we continue to expand, we invite you to be a part of building a reputation that will stand the test of time. If you are passionate, creative, caring and energetic, we would like to hear from you!

Wellington West Retirement Community, located in Ottawa, Ontario, is actively seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our growing team.

Reporting to the Director of Care, the RPN will be responsible for serving the health and wellness needs of our residents, within the full scope of practice and in accordance with Company policies and procedures, and legislated standards.

THE SPECIFICS

- Employment Term: Permanent
- Job Type: Casual
- Shift Times include: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Work Location and Arrangement: Ottawa, Onsite
- Vacancy Status: current vacancy
- Compensation: $ 34.10/hour
- AI Disclosure: Artificial intelligence may be used to support the initial screening of applications. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and are not automated.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Manage and document medications as prescribed; monitoring and maintaining the safekeeping of drugs and narcotics.
- Maintain resident records and required documentation in accordance with the College of Nurses standards, legislative requirements and Company policies and procedures.




- Liaison with family members as a resource for questions or concerns regarding practices or related health care issues.
- Maintain effective communication and good interpersonal relations with medical and allied staff, residents, families and other departments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

- Walking, stretching and standing on a variety of surfaces for at least 4 hours per day.
- Lift alone, up to 50 pounds.
- Pushing, pulling wheeled equipment up to 50 pounds.
- Bending, stooping on a regular basis.
- Climbing stairs and able to work in confined spaces.

WHO YOU ARE

- Continuously follow the principles of “good customer service” and ensure that these values are demonstrated in day-to-day practices.
- Demonstrate solid nursing skills as per the College of Nurses standards of practice.
- Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively within the team, with residents, families as well as external service resources.
- Organizational and leadership skills.
- Maintains a current registration as a Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Experienced in geriatric, rehabilitation or long-term care.
- Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate.
- Good written and verbal English communication skills.
- Must be able to provide a police check with vulnerable sector screen upon hire.
- Must be able to provide results of TB (tuberculosis) testing (2-step skin test or chest x-ray) upon hire.




- Must be able to provide a record of vaccination for COVID-19 (minimum 2 doses) upon hire.

ACCOMMODATION In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request. Signature Retirement Living is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to recruiting and retaining a qualified workforce, and is committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable. The company and its hiring managers always seek to hire the most qualified candidate for a position. A protected characteristic under the Human Rights Code is never used against a person during the hiring process.

INTERVIEW COMMUNICATION

Candidates who are interviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of the interview (or final interview, where applicable).

Pay: $34.10 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 19.0 per week

Benefits

- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Are there days or times that you are unavailable to work due to other commitments (school, other job, family, etc.)? If so, please list:
- What is your CNO registration number?

Experience:
- Medication administration: 1 year (preferred)
- Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
- Nursing home: 1 year (preferred)
- Senior care: 1 year (preferred)
- Dementia care: 1 year (preferred)
- Supervising: 1 year (preferred)

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- CNO Membership (required)
- Registered Practical Nurse (required)
- CPR Certification (required)
- First Aid Certification (preferred)

Location:
- Ottawa, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Registered Practical Nurse (Casual) (Ottawa)
🏢 Wellington West Retirement Community
📍 Ottawa