Registered Practical Nurse RH

RPN JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Registered Practical Nurse is responsible and accountable for providing optimal care to promote the wellbeing of each individual resident.

Nature and Scope: Participates in the assessment, delivery and evaluation of nursing services to meet the individual needs of each resident.

Qualifications:

Must possess a current Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario

• Must possess a medication administration certificate approved for Ontario since 1985 and added nursing skills training
• Prior experience in Long Term Care (Gerontology)
• Must have basic-advanced computer skills
• Must demonstrate good communication skills
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education

Hours Of Work: Available 7 days per week, Flexible hours

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs nursing skills in accordance with the standards of nursing practice as outlined by the College of Nurses
• Assists the Registered Nurse in contacting and facilitating medical services, other professional services, support services and external agencies to ensure continuity of care
• Ensure nursing staff perform assigned tasks and duties and reports observations to the Registered Nurse
• Performs delegated tasks safely and effectively
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences for assessing, planning and evaluating resident care needs
• Works cooperatively with students and volunteers to enhance resident care and foster community partnerships
• Participates as required in the formulation and review of policies and procedures, goals and objectives
• Provides care to residents following an established plan of care
• Observes and reports resident health findings to the registered staff
• Completes resident records accurately to reflect the resident care provided complying with legislative and Home requirements
• Participates in the orientation process for residents, students, volunteers and nursing personnel
• Participates as required on various Home and departmental committees
• Works cooperatively with peers and supervisors using the CQI/Risk Management process to evaluate and ensure follow-up
• Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently
• Shares responsibility for the care of the environment and equipment of the Home; and the personal belongings of the residents
• Promotes wellness as a concept of living
• Protects own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety
• Follows all roles and responsibilities for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Must actively participate in ongoing educational opportunities and relay information to the rest of the nursing staff