Registered Practical Nurse

The Opportunity

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

What You Will Do

• In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, implement AgeCare policies and procedures on the unit. Provide input into the revision of procedures within the residence and the unit.
• Liaise with physicians and other members of the health care team including external health care partners. 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 car...