Appropriate current certificate of competence from the Approved Institutions for the province
Registration or eligible for registration with the Approved Institutions for the province
Previous managerial experience in long-term care or community homecare preferred
Experience dealing with the cognitively impaired
Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as Knowledge in Infection Control Practices
Demonstrated commitment to working with seniors
Ability to present information clearly and effectively both verbally whether in person or over the phone, and in writing; an active listener who projects a friendly demeanour
Ability to collect and use information to thoroughly think through problems and situations; puts information from various sources together to see the 'big picture' and generate creative solutions
Organizational, planning, time management and multi-tasking skills
Time Type
Part time
Compensation Details
$33.63 - $35.24
We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
Benefits
Health insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
Job Description
The RPN/LPN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice daily in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies and internal policies and standards of care.
For Union Jobs, please refer to the collective agreement and provide the following additional information in the Job Description:
Union Name:
Union Local:
Union Classification (Title): RPN or LPN as applicable
Salary: RPN Visit Rate
Nursing Schedule: As per collective agreement
Access to reliable vehicle in community home care is required
For both Non- Union and Union jobs, the below description will apply:
General Responsibilities
1) Ensure care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians' orders and administrative policies, as well as, observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents / patients. Assure observance of required techniques in nursing care
2) Assist in assessing patients/residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate care plans. Monitor health, notes changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physicians' orders
Extendicare · Waterloo, Canada