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Registered Practical Nurse - Part time/Casual page is loaded## Registered Practical Nurse - Part time/Casuallocations: LTC - Kawartha Lakes - 125 Colborne Street East, Lindsay, Ontariotime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R28650**Job Description****Part Time/Casual - Day and Evening Shifts Available**The RPN/LPN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice daily in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies and internal policies and standards of care.For Union Jobs, please refer to the collective agreement and provide the following additional information in the Job Description:Union Name: SEIU Union Local: Union Classification (Title): RPN or LPN as applicableSalary: Nursing Schedule: As per collective agreementAccess to reliable vehicle in community home care is requiredFor both Non- Union and Union jobs, the below description will apply:General Responsibilities 1) Ensure care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians orders and administrative policies, as well as, observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents / patients. Assure observance of required techniques in nursing care 2) Assist in assessing patients/residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate care plans. Monitor health, notes changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physicians ordersQualifications 1) Appropriate current certificate of competence from the Approved Institutions for the province 2) Registration or eligible for registration with the Approved Institutions for the province 3) Previous managerial experience in long-term care or community homecare preferred 4) Experience dealing with the cognitively impaired 5) Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as Knowledge in Infection Control Practices 6) Demonstrated commitment to working with seniors 7) Ability to present information clearly and effectively both verbally whether in person or over the phone, and in writing; an active listener who projects a friendly demeanour 8) Ability to collect and use information to thoroughly think through problems and situations; puts information from various sources together to see the big picture and generate creative solutions 9) Organizational, planning, time management and multi-tasking skills**Time Type:**Part timeWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare, youre 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr