CityofOttawa
Location
Ottawa, Ontario
Salary
CA$47 - CA$57 / HOUR
You are responsible for the delivery of quality, holistic, resident care through the administration and supervision of the Nursing Program and staff in a designated area. The focus is on resident safety and engagement, providing specialized care for individuals with various health challenges.
Candidates must have a 4-year university degree in Nursing and 1 to 2 years of related experience, preferably in a long-term care setting. Additional certifications in gerontology and membership in the RNAO are desirable.
You are responsible for the delivery of quality, holistic, resident care through the administration and supervision of the Nursing Program and staff in a designated area, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Completion of 4 year university degree in Nursing (BScN)
Minimum of 1 to 2 years of related experience, preferably in a geriatric-gerontology or long term care setting
Post-basic preparation in gerontology is desirable
Membership in Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) is desirable
Canadian Gerontological Certification from Canadian Nurses’ Association is desirable CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES Registered Nurse (RN) current with College of Nurses of OntarioKNOWLEDGE Scope and purpose of gerontological nursing and functions/activities related to the nursing process Age related changes Ethical dilemmas and considerations Management of common chronic problems Specific needs of the older person and of cognitively impaired older person: Basic physiological needs (nutrition, elimination, hygiene, skin integrity, sleep & rest, sensory perception) Dementia care Safety and security needs Challenging behaviours Basic psychosocial needs (self-esteem, actualization, advocacy, support network, relationships with families) Infection control guidelines for RN’s and RPN’s Nursing documentation standards including Resident Assessment Instrument RAI-MDS Principles of rehabilitation and activation in care of the older persons or adults requiring long term care Pharmacology and medication use Medication administration standards Nursing goals: promotion, prevention, maintenance, rehabilitation, palliation Transfer and positioning techniques of persons requiring long term care Basic knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations such as: Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, Nursing Act, Mental Health Act, Professional Misconduct and Controlled Act, Professional standards, Code of Ethics Principles of verbal and non-verbal communication Labour relations and collective agreements. Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Core Behaviours Core behaviours define the City's expectations of the behaviours employees should demonstrate in performing their work. They are reflective of the City's culture and values and guide all our present and future activities. Every employee is encouraged to learn, embody, and demonstrate these core behaviours.
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Leadership Competencies The City has defined key competencies that leaders are expected to embody and demonstrate to successfully move the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives and create an organizational culture that supports and empowers employees to excel, grow and reach their full potential. These leadership competencies and associated behaviours are expected to be demonstrated by leaders at all levels of the organization.
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