Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual

Cogir Senior Living•Toronto, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For over 25 years, we have been dedicated to the happiness of retirees. We are seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Our mission is "real estate with purpose," focusing on human beings as the foundation of our culture and priority. We embrace a holistic, resident-centric approach to care, delivering personalized services of the highest quality.

Requirements

Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in the applicable province
Demonstrated sound clinical knowledge
Experience working with seniors and with unregulated care providers preferred
Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset
Strong drive, respect and an understanding of the emotional and physical demands of the role
Focus on teamwork and customer service with the ability to build trusted relationships
Strong written and oral communication skills and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required
Current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

Nice To Haves

Experience working with seniors and with unregulated care providers
Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care

Responsibilities

Deliver a great customer service experience by demonstrating compassion and empathy towards our residents, family members and team.
Embrace a holistic, resident centric approach to care by delivering personalized services at the highest quality.
Provide planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.
Build trusted relationships with our residents, families and teams with continuous ongoing and effective communication.
Implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care plans and make changes as required.
Complete and ensure resident’s clinical care assessments, care plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and communicate changes as required.
Teach, delegate and direct unregulated care providers, providing them with coaching & mentorship.