• Responsible for the efficient operation of the Health and Wellness Department. Participate in assessing the need of individual residents and organizes for the provision of care to promote maximum independence.
•  Carries out planned assignments as designated by the Director of Health and Wellness for effective resident care.
• Maintains client records and required documentation in accordance with policies and procedures and legislative requirements.
• Manages medications.
• Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary tea, in the development and implementation of plan of care for residents that supports independence
• Perform other duties as assigned.

BACKGROUND/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maintains a current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses Ontario (CNO )
• Knowledgeable of the Health and Safety regulations.
• Experienced in geriatric or retirement residence.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Good written and verbal English skills.

• Responsible for the efficient operation of the Health and Wellness Department.
• Collaborates with other personnel to ensure continuity of care.
• Cooperates with and assists other agencies providing services to the client.
• Notifies the nurse on duty of any client incidents and accidents and completes documentation as required.
• Responds to client call bells and door alarms promptly.
• Completes all aspects of client care as outlined in the service plan and assignment.
• Communicates with nurse on duty about activities, needs and problems related to client care and/or safety.
• Transports client to and from their suites, recreational activities, nursing office and dining room as required.

BACKGROUND/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maintains a certificate as a Personal Support Worker.
• Knowledgeable of the Health and Safety regulations.
• Experienced in geriatric, long term care or retirement residence.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Good verbal and written English skills.