Registered Practical Nurse (AbleLiving Binbrook)

Position Summary

Monitor health status of persons with disabilities and the senior population. 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.

Requirements

Completion of a vocational, college or other approved program for licensed practical nurses and registration with a regulatory body are 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. Knowledge of Behaviour Strategies is an asset. May be required to pursue a certificate in bliss symbols and/or sign language. Experience as an RPN working with persons with a disability and the senior population is an asset. 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 judgment 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 Job Types: 2 Temporary Full-Time Contracts (1 Year) 1 Permanent Full-Time Starting Rate: Starting at $27.27/hour as per CUPE Local Collective Agreement + Provincial Wage Enhancement of $3.00 We are currently hiring to fill an existing position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted. Please be advised that this posting is open to members of Binbrook CUPE local 3943 bargaining unit members. If unfulfilled in that process applicants from Thrive Group Organizations will be considered. If unfulfilled by that process other external applicants will be considered. 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 hr@thrivegroup.ca