The Opportunity

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with required medical care and professional nursing practice. The RPN provides direction to Personal Support Workers as defined by the College of Nurses Standard of Practice in working with unregulated health care workers.

What You Will Do

• In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, implement AgeCare policies and procedures on the unit and provide input into the revision of procedures within the residence.
• Liaise with physicians and other health care team members, including external partners, and in the absence of the Registered Nurse, immediately notify the physician of any significant changes in resident status.
• Work with other members of the health care team to ensure residents’ care needs are met.
• Provide direction to Personal Support Workers on the care team.
• Participate in shift reports w...