Part-time License Practical Nurse at Extendicare St. Paul

Part‑time Licensed Practical Nurse at Extendicare St. Paul Join to apply for this role at Extendicare. Job Description Registered Practical Nurse Mission: Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW), the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient‑oriented, goal‑directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care. Key Responsibilities Work as a member of the inter‑professional team as described by Extendicare's Professional Practice Model applying the person‑centered approach to care; Complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required; Implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required; Assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable; Work closely with DOC/DHW to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers; Provide direct resident care and medication/treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies and procedures; Process the orders and safe‑keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and procedures; Facilitate and provide resident/family education; Plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers; Coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents; Respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and/or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid; Teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers; Respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and/or concern communicated to DOC/DHW/Executive Director and other departments; Follow and assist the DOC/DHW in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department; 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; Complete all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State; Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred; 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; Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required; Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications; Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS). What Extendicare Has To Offer 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. Time type: Part time. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr