Registered Practical Nurse (AbleLiving Services, Roxanne)

Thrive Group Canada•Hamilton, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring a Part Time Registered Practical Nurse to join our AbleLiving Community program in the East Hamilton area. Our site is accessible by public transit. Mostly Night shift coverage. AbleLiving Services is a non-profit organization providing personal support services to adults with disabilities living within their own home or one of our independent living facilities. Our clients direct and customize the services they receive and we support them to maximize their independence and enhance their quality of life. We provide services across the Golden Horseshoe in the Mississauga, Burlington, Stoney Creek and Hamilton communities. Position Summary: Monitor the health status for clients within our transitional program which may include seniors and individuals with disabilities. Provide nursing services within a defined scope of practice. Monitor the building to ensure the security and safety of clients, staff and guests; and take appropriate action in an emergency situation. RPNs must be available for 12 hour shifts and every other weekend. Shift times: 7am-7pm, 7pm-7am. We are currently hiring to fill an new position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted. At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email [email protected]

Requirements

Completion of a vocational, college or other approved program for licensed practical nurses and registration with a regulatory body required.
Must have successfully completed the Canadian Practical Nurses Registration Examination and possess a current Registered Nursing Certificate of Competence for the Province of Ontario.
Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Must demonstrate the ability to use tact and discretion and display professionalism at all times; demonstrate sound judgement and flexibility and be able to solve problems effectively.
Must be able to meet physical requirements of the job such as lifting and transferring of residents.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Behaviour Strategies is an asset.
Experience as an RPN working with persons with a disability and the senior population is an asset.
Certification in health and safety and first aid is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Monitor the health status for clients within our transitional program which may include seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Provide nursing services within a defined scope of practice.
Monitor the building to ensure the security and safety of clients, staff and guests; and take appropriate action in an emergency situation.