Registered Practical Nurse (Scarborough, REF516R)

Registered Practical Nurse (Scarborough, REF516R)

• Part-time
• Department: Nursing
• Employment Status Type: Permanent Part Time
• Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse
• Division: Scarborough McNicoll
• Union Affiliation: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) - Scarborough McNicoll
• Job Type: Permanent

JOIN A GREAT TEAM, DOING GREAT WORK!

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (“Yee Hong”) is one of the largest not-for-profit, culturally-appropriate seniors care organizations in Canada. Yee Hong offers a full continuum of services including active seniors programs, adult day programs, caregiver support services, transportation, meals on wheels, congregate dining, home care, long-term care, and hospice/palliative care. Yee Hong’s vision is “Seniors living their lives to the fullest – with health, independence and dignity.”

As a recipient of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Award in 2020 and renewed in 2021 and 2022, Yee Hong is committed to innovation, diversity, teamwork, integrity, collaboration and accountability. Our people are the reason our residents and clients receive excellent care and enjoy a high quality of life.

Performs the functions of Registered Practical Nurse in compliance with the standards of practice for Registered Practical Nurse developed by the College of Nurses, and provides high quality nursing service that reflects the organization's resident centred approach, vision and policies. As a Unit Nurse, the Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for day to day supervision of unregulated staff and students in the unit and provide direct resident care with interdisciplinary team members as well as communications with families.

Minimum Requirements:

• Registered Practical Nurse with current Certificate of Competence in good standing from the College of Nurses of Ontario. Specialization in Gerontology an asset.
• Previous experience in a long term care setting
• Current CPR Certificate
• Good leadership skills
• Proven clinical experience with a resident-centred care focus, from assessment, to education and documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality care and safety. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound professional judgement in assessing and prioritizing situations at hand, and multi-tasking different priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbally and in writing) and presentation skills to internal and external clients/residents
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and decision making skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interprofessional and interdisciplinary team
• Ability to mentor and/or support colleagues and students
• Computer literacy. Experience with RAI-MDS an asset
• Ability to work shifts (days, evenings, nights and short shifts. May be required to work weekly weekend work).
• Ability to communicate in Chinese an asset

Working Conditions:

• Considerable standing, walking, lifting and bending
• Exposure to all resident care elements through regular resident contact

This posting has been extended until filled. Interested applicants may apply by quoting reference number REF516R.

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.

Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.

For current Yee Hong employees, please indicate your Employee Number on the resume.