Registered Practical Nurses provide professional resident care at AgeCare, applying geriatric nursing knowledge and directing Personal Support Workers. This is a casual opportunity.
Working with Registered Nurses and health care teams, the Registered Practical Nurse supports residents in long-term care. The position includes physician liaison, resident-status reporting, policy implementation, and care-team coordination. It also requires knowledge of rehabilitation, activation, nursing administration, and applicable legislation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide professional nursing care to residents
- Direct Personal Support Workers on the care team
- Liaise with physicians and external health care partners
- Notify physicians about significant resident-status changes
- Participate in shift reports and communicate resident updates
Requirements:
- Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Membership in positive standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Knowledge of geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care nursing
- Knowledge of activation, nursing, and personnel administration
- Knowledge of applicable health care legislation and standards
Bring licensed nursing practice, resident assessment, and team direction skills to AgeCare’s long-term care communities.