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Job Description
Registered Nurse Mission: Reporting to the Director of Health and Wellness (DHW) / Director of Care (DOC), the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible to provide direct resident care and medication administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Health and Wellness standards and policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities: •
To complete and ensure residents’ care assessments, service plans and documentation are up to date and changes communicated to DHW/DOC for billings; • To assist with scheduling of residents’ care conferences and participate in conferences; • To work closely with DHW/DOC to facilitate residents’ move in and transfers; • To order and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements and Extendicare policies and procedures; • To facilitate and provide resident/family education; • To supervise resident self medication assessment and audits; • To supervise and delegate care and medication administration responsibilities to Unregulated Care Providers in compliance with applicable regulations and Extendicare policy and procedures; • To plan, coordinate, manage and evaluate the resident’s care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing and interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers • To coordinate nursing team’s resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents; • To respond to and manage significant changes in residents’ condition and or medical emergencies; • To act as supervisor and coordinate emergency response in absence of DHW/DOC and Executive Directors; • To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to DHW/DOC/Executive Director and other departments; • To assist the DHW/DOC in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality Plans for the Nursing Department; • To coordinate and supervise the scheduling and assignment of nursing students from approved education institutions; • To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct; • To complete all other tasks as assigned. Qualifications: • Current registration as a Registered Nurse in applicable Province/State • Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers • Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset • Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills • Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge and ability to delegate to unregulated care providers • Must maintain competencies as per the governing College standards • Skills in use of computer and Microsoft Office applications • Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS) What Extendicare has to offer: At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: • Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities • Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization • A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work. • Employee Family Assistance Program. • Robust benefits package. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.
Time Type:
Part time
When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!
Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.
About Extendicare
For more than 50 years, Extendicare’s qualified and experienced teams have been helping people live better through a commitment to quality care and service that includes skilled nursing care, home health care and management and consulting services.
We are proud to be at the forefront of senior care across Canada and work closely with government, community agencies, researchers, and our care partners, including families, to address needs, close gaps, solve problems and advance best practices. We employ thousands of people across the country who have made it their career and goal in life to care, and we have made it our priority to make sure they are trained and supported to provide the best care possible.
Our Mission: Helping people live better
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
Registered Nurse Mission: Reporting to the Director of Health and Wellness (DHW) / Director of Care (DOC), the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible to provide direct resident care and medication administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Health and Wellness standards and policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities: •
To complete and ensure residents’ care assessments, service plans and documentation are up to date and changes communicated to DHW/DOC for billings; • To assist with scheduling of residents’ care conferences and participate in conferences; • To work closely with DHW/DOC to facilitate residents’ move in and transfers; • To order and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements and Extendicare policies and procedures; • To facilitate and provide resident/family education; • To supervise resident self medication assessment and audits; • To supervise and delegate care and medication administration responsibilities to Unregulated Care Providers in compliance with applicable regulations and Extendicare policy and procedures; • To plan, coordinate, manage and evaluate the resident’s care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing and interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers • To coordinate nursing team’s resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents; • To respond to and manage significant changes in residents’ condition and or medical emergencies; • To act as supervisor and coordinate emergency response in absence of DHW/DOC and Executive Directors; • To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to DHW/DOC/Executive Director and other departments; • To assist the DHW/DOC in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality Plans for the Nursing Department; • To coordinate and supervise the scheduling and assignment of nursing students from approved education institutions; • To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct; • To complete all other tasks as assigned. Qualifications: • Current registration as a Registered Nurse in applicable Province/State • Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers • Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset • Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills • Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge and ability to delegate to unregulated care providers • Must maintain competencies as per the governing College standards • Skills in use of computer and Microsoft Office applications • Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS) What Extendicare has to offer: At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: • Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities • Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization • A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work. • Employee Family Assistance Program. • Robust benefits package. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.
Time Type:
Part time
When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!
Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.
About Extendicare
For more than 50 years, Extendicare’s qualified and experienced teams have been helping people live better through a commitment to quality care and service that includes skilled nursing care, home health care and management and consulting services.
We are proud to be at the forefront of senior care across Canada and work closely with government, community agencies, researchers, and our care partners, including families, to address needs, close gaps, solve problems and advance best practices. We employ thousands of people across the country who have made it their career and goal in life to care, and we have made it our priority to make sure they are trained and supported to provide the best care possible.
Our Mission: Helping people live better