ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE:

Under the direction of the Health & Wellness Manager, is responsible for the care of residents in accordance with the Philosophy, Objectives and Standards of the home.

BACKGROUND/QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Certificate of Competence, and is member in good standing as a registered practical nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Possession of a current Medication Administration Certificate and experience in geriatric nursing are required. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Must be able to communicate both written and orally in English.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in and contributes to the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Program.
• Assesses the needs of individual residents and organizes for the provision of care to promote maximum resident independence.
• Trains and orientates new staff
• Assists with establishes files for all new residents maintains same, develops initial care plan for each new resident upon admission where required.
• Participates in the development of, and implementation of, a plan of care for residents that supports independence, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Answers emergency calls from residents, giving assistance where possible, and contacts professional help and/or family when necessary.
• Complies with other infection control protocols as directed, e.g. outbreak management.
• Provides direct resident care, in accordance with current and approved standards of care, policies and procedures.
• Ensures the safekeeping of all drugs and nursing solutions in the home.
• Re-orders medications monthly or as per the pharmacy schedule.
• Assists residents with dressing, bathing, medications and other personal needs as required.
• Develops and maintains bath and treatment schedules.
• Maintains effective communication and good interpersonal relations with residents, families, physicians, outside agencies such as discharge planners and other departments.
• Ensures accurate records of nursing observations and procedures are maintained. Completes all required reports.
• Assists in maintaining a neat, clean and safe environment for residents and personnel. Recognizes safety hazards and takes appropriate action. Reports incidents promptly.
• Maintains effective communication, both written and verbal with co-workers. Uses the appropriate lines of communication with coworkers
• Complies with all corporate policies and procedures.
• Completes all required mandatory training/education.
• Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, and
• Workplace Hazardous Material Information System. This includes recognizing health and safety hazards, reporting incidents, fulfilling responsibilities under the applicable legislation, as well as participating in in-services and fire drills.

Verve Senior Living is an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace.  We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of the residents and communities in which we live and serve.  If you require accommodation for any portion of the recruitment and hiring process, please let us know."

All offers of employment are subject to Criminal Background Checks. We thank all who apply; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.