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OverviewThe 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.Union and CompensationUnion Name: SEIUUnion Local: SEIUUnion Classification (Title): RPN or LPN as applicableSalary: RPN Rate as per Collective AgreementNursing Schedule: As per collective agreementGeneral ResponsibilitiesEnsure care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians orders and administrative policies, observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents / patients. Assure observance of required techniques in nursing careAssist in assessing patients/residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate care plans. Monitor health, note changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physicians ordersQualificationsAppropriate current certificate of competence from the Approved Institutions for the provinceRegistration in good standing with College of Nurses of OntarioExperience dealing with the cognitively impaired and geriatric populationComprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as knowledge in Infection Control PracticesDemonstrated commitment to working with seniorsAbility 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 demeanorAbility 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 solutionsOrganizational, planning, time management and multi-tasking skillsFlexibility to work on different units as per the needs of the homeKnowledge of RAI-MDS an assetShould be able to multi-taskWillingness to undertake a quality program leadership roleTime TypePart timeAbout ExtendicareAt Extendicare, weve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr