Registered Practical Nurse

Location: Strathmere Lodge

Position Overview:

As a member of the nursing team, and under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is involved in the planning, implementation and evaluation of resident care in accordance with the current Standards of Nursing Practice specified by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the policies and procedures of Strathmere Lodge, and the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Providing nursing care in accordance with Strathmere Lodge policy & procedures, with CNO standards, and within the guidelines of the FLTCA, 2021.
• Administering medications and treatments to residents as ordered by physician under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Ensuring the safekeeping of all medications (i.e. narcotics and cytotoxic medications).
• Acting as a member of the nursing team by contributing to the nursing process at all levels (i.e., Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation and Diagnosis).
• Providing guidance, direction and instruction to PSWs.
• Collecting data from residents and other healthcare team members and reporting to the RN, as required.
• Participating in the development and review of resident care plans.
• Carrying out resident care by competently performing all skills as outline by the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Compendium of Standards of Nursing Practice for Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses and by being recertified annually.
• Completing RAI assessments as directed by RAI Co-ordinator/back-up Co-ordinator or designate.
• Providing understanding, compassion and moral support to residents, as required.
• Evaluating and documenting resident conditions and response to nursing care, and with assistance and guidance from the RN, adjusting resident care as necessary to respond to the resident’s changing condition.
• Recognizing and reporting symptoms indicative of adverse reactions to medication/treatments and reporting such symptoms/events to the RN.
• Demonstrating professional knowledge and skill in daily practice by responding quickly to unexpected changes in work volume, emergencies, staffing and scheduling changes.
• Communicating concisely, accurately and appropriately with all members of the healthcare team.
• Participating as a team member by supporting, assisting, relieving and covering for other staff members promptly, when required.
• Maintaining knowledge of current nursing practices and keeping informed of current trends and new developments in the field of nursing by attending educational programs and in-services both inside and outside of Strathmere Lodge.
• Accompanying physicians on rounds and processing physician orders.
• Keeping physicians abreast of changes in residents’ medical conditions.
• Keeping families and POAs abreast of changes to medication and treatment regimens, and to notify such parties of significant changes in the status of applicable residents.
• To provide foot care to residents when the RPNs clinical background/education permits.
• Providing direct resident care by performing duties such as: feeding residents, lifting and transferring residents, ambulating, admitting residents, positioning and removing residents from toilets, commodes, urinals and bedpans, stripping beds of soiled linen and making beds, and also after-death care of the body. (Note: care that may only be performed by a member of the registered staff takes precedence over all other direct-care activities. That is, registered staff members should only perform those duties mentioned above - duties normally accomplished by a Personal Support Worker - when all other strictly nursing duties (such as medication and treatment administration, charting, etc.) are complete. The registered staff member reserves the right to decide which clinical duties are most important at any given time.)
• Provides advice, guidance, instruction, and direction to PSWs as necessary, consulting the RN if greater theoretical knowledge is required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Current certificate of registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse, with the ability to practice to full scope.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in performing nursing assessments, administering medications, wound care, and other clinical procedures.
• Knowledge of disease prevention, infection control, and safety protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess resident needs, assist with care plans, and respond to changes in resident conditions.
• Proficiency with medical equipment and technology; experience with PointClickCare is considered an asset.
• Ability to provide compassionate and resident-centered care, understanding the emotional and psychological needs of residents.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and support staff, to deliver comprehensive care.
• Efficient in prioritizing tasks, managing multiple responsibilities, and working in a fast-paced environment

Other:

• Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to Strathmere Lodge/Middlesex County.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Completion of TB testing (a 2-step TB skin test must be completed within the last twelve (12) months, or a 1-step TB skin test within the last twelve (12) months will be accepted with proof that a 2-step TB test was previously completed).

• $35.70 per hour
• Employee Recognition Events
• Professional Development
• Eligibility for OMERS Pension Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program