Registered Practical Nurse

Registered Practical Nurse – Posting # 2024-96

New rate: inclusive of $3.00 per hour wage enhancement

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Location:                          Nursing Services – The John M. Parrott Centre

Supervisor:                      Manager, Nursing Services

Salary Range:                 $33.44 to $37.12 per hour (as per the CUPE Collective Agreement / inclusive of $3.00 RPN wage enhancement) Recognition for previous related experience

Hours of Work:              Days, evenings, nights & weekends (as scheduled)

Closing Date:                 September 30, 2024

The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state-of-the-art, 168 bed long-term care home, owned and operated by The County of Lennox and Addington, in the Town of Greater Napanee. The John M. Parrott Centre offers free parking, a safe work environment, and upgraded technology.  We are currently seeking highly motivated and energetic Registered Practical Nurses to join the community of The John M. Parrott Centre.

Employee Signing Bonus:  New applicants who meet eligibility requirements will receive a signing bonus.

The John M. Parrott Centre is an approved employer that has formed a partnership with Nipissing University to support RPNs with the opportunity to study part-time towards a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, for RPNs that are wishing to bridge to an RN.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administration of medications and treatments

• Completion of accurate and timely documentation through electronic health records

• Direct supervision of resident care and direct care staff

• Collaboration within the interdisciplinary team

• Other duties as assigned

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

• In good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse

• Work within the full scope of practice

• Current CPR required

• Experience and knowledge with the older adult

• Excellent organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills

• Must have the ability to be responsible for the direction and guidance of the PSW staff

• Experience with electronic documentation

• Ability to organize and prioritize

• Satisfactory attendance record, subject to the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code

Salary Range:

• Recognition of related experience      

The John M. Parrott Centre is considered Rural and therefore new graduates could qualify for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program. https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid/grants-loans/repay/assistance/doctors-nurses/apply.html

For more information and to apply, visit our website at:  https://www.lennox-addington.on.ca/employment or send your application to [email protected]

The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, creating workplaces that welcome, value, and respect the diversity of employees and supports them to actively engage in the workplace and reach their full potential.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection.  We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Resumes received after the closing date will not be considered. 

Please note that accommodations are available upon request to support the participation of persons with disabilities in applying for jobs and during the interview and assessment process.  If you require an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883 to discuss.  We will work with you to meet your needs.

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