Job Description
Registered Practical Nurse
Mission :
Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW), the
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient - oriented,
goal - directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.
Key Responsibilities :
• To work as a member of the inter professional team as described by Extendicare's
Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care;
• To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and
documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required;
• To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make
changes as required;
• To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences
where applicable;
• To work closely with DOC/DHW to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers;
• To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document
care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies
and procedures;
• To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance
with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and
procedures;
• To facilitate and provide resident/family education;
• To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the
resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and
contracted service providers;
• To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely
delivery of services to residents;
• To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical
emergencies; provide emergency first aid;
• To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;
• To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or
concern communicated to DOC/DHW/Executive Director and other departments;
• To follow and assist the DOC/DHW in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of
Infection Prevention and Control , Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and
Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to
ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• To complete all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
• Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State;
• Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers
preferred;
• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term
care an asset;
• Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination,
time management and customer focus skills;
• Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge;
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required;
• Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications.
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).
What Extendicare has to offer:
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to
reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and
recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
• Continuous mentorship, support for life - long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the
lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating
under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands.
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