Grey County's Long-Term Care department is recruiting a temporary, full-time Registered Nurse at Rockwood Terrace in Durham, ON. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The temporary assignment will be for a duration of approximately 12 weeks. The Employer will provide the successful candidate with as much notice of the contract end date, once the incumbent returns.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, November 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Purpose

Reporting to the Director Of Care(DOC), the Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable to provide skilled nursing care to residents and supervise care given by Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) and Personal Support Workers (PSW). Primary functions include assessment and planning of resident care needs; delivery of skilled procedures according to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice; medication administration; and documentation.

The Registered Nurse is required to perform their duties in a manner that is consistent with the Core Values of the home that supports the Colour It resident led philosophy of care to ensure resident safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

General

- Provides for nursing care in accordance with established policy, physicians orders, the resident plan of care and within the scope of practice of a RN;
- Utilizing sound nursing practice principles, the RN will ensure delivery of excellent nursing and personal care on the assigned home area(s);
- Develops and sustains a plan of care to meet residents assessed need;
- Responsible for safekeeping of drug and narcotic keys in accordance with professional standards and County of Grey policies;




- Responsible for maintaining accurate and complete records of nursing care delivered;
- Demonstrates a professional working knowledge of all equipment used in the delivery of nursing care;
- Follows all corporate policies and procedures; contributes to the development of site specific nursing policies as indicated.

Care Coordination

- Follows established job routines for all nursing personnel on a daily basis;
- Adjusts job routines as necessary to meet resident care needs;
- Effectively participates in conferences with the interdisciplinary team providing care to the residents;
- Liaises with medical staff, nurse specialists, and consultants and supports effective clinical care for all residents;
- Utilizes evidence based nursing practice and that will enhance resident care delivery;
- Ensures that care provided is documented as required in a timely manner.

Quality Management

- Participates in all aspects of the Quality and Risk management program as it pertains to nursing and contributes to the development of recommendations for corrective action;
- Maintains personal accountability for completion of monthly audits as assigned;
- Participates in Nursing Practice meetings on a regular basis and contributes to discussion and planning.
- Ensure all documentation is accurate and timely.

Financial Accountability





- Ensures appropriate utilization of all supplies and equipment;
- Ensure that staffing is replaced according to current scheduling practices and notifying Director of Resident Care and/or Associate Director of Care for over- time approval prior to initiating;
- Identifies issues to ensure an adequate inventory of nursing supplies at all times;
- Addresses unit supply issues promptly;
- Ensures the supply, control and safe keeping of drugs and narcotics, ensures protocols are followed on all assigned shifts.

Human Resources

- Participates in an effective orientation, and performance management process in accordance with County of Grey standards for all employees within the nursing department;
- Identifies nursing department learning needs and communicates to leadership within the home;
- Models positive working relationships with the union and employee representatives.

Occupational Health & Safety

- Advises supervisor or designate immediately of all staff incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports;
- Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and residents;
- Wears personal protective equipment as designated;
- Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles;
- Maintains a sound working knowledge of their roles and responsibilities during all emergency situations when working different shifts;
- Participates in drills to prepare for emergencies and attends all education sessions in relation to emergency preparedness.

Famil

📌 Registered Nurse (Bloor West Village)
🏢 Grey County
📍 Bloor West Village