RPN BSO Lead Non-Union - Temporary Full Time (6 months) Temporary Full Time (6 months) The Registered Practical Nurse, BSO is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents through the strong leadership and motivation of Sienna team members. As a Registered Practical Nurse, BSO, your typical day will impact the following ways: Provide sound clinical knowledge and skills, act as clinical expert and resource, and provide comprehensive, quality client/family centred health care services. Coach LTC home staff in the use of frameworks such as PIECES and UFIRST to assess responsive behaviours, identify triggers and develop behaviour care plans and approaches to providing care to residents requiring behavioural support as well as their families.

Maintain a short-term active clinical caseload of older adults presenting with or at risk for responsive behaviours that may be associated with dementia, complex mental health, substance use and/or other neurological conditions. Provide comprehensive bio-psychosocial geriatric assessments, treatment, follow-up and discharge planning in collaboration with the BSRT. Provide coaching on the implementation of behaviour care plans and guide appropriate care plan transitions.

Aid in the transition of long-term care residents with responsive behaviours (recent or existing) between community, hospital and neighbouring long-term care homes (LTCHs). Collaborate and communicate with BSRT members, Geriatric Mental Health Outreach Team, Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant, Long Term Care Behaviour Support Outreach Team, hospitals, CCAC, primary care and other health care professionals to provide wraparound care. Convene and chair regular Behaviour Rounds that enable front line staff to discuss care plans with internal and external resources.





Assist in the implementation and sustainability of care plans and recommendations of external resources by providing coaching to LTCH staff. Document all findings and interventions in a clear and concise manner in the client's clinical record. Advocate for and, protect the individual rights of, residents/clients.

Maintain current knowledge of psychiatric and geriatric medications. Maintain a current knowledge of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, mental health and addictions and neurological conditions. Proactively identify training and education needs for the home and coordination with the PRCs to deliver capacity building supports.

Contribute to BSRT Lead community of practice Registered Practical Nurse with current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current CPR/First Aid certification. Training in Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA), U-FIRST, P.I.Minimum one (1) year experience with clients in long-term care or residents in a long-term care home setting.

Demonstrated knowledge and skill working with older adults presenting with or at risk for responsive behaviours that may be associated with dementia, complex mental health, substance use and/or other neurological conditions. Demonstrated ability to take professional accountability for leading, organizing, providing and delegating care activities for residents and families. Bonus points for having Basic computer skills - MDS/RAI, Microsoft Word, Excel and online learning utilities including ability to use electronic communication devices preferred.

Experience with quality improvement methods and processes an asset. Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

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📌 RPN BSO Lead Non-Union - Temporary Full Time (6 months) (Mississauga)
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