Rn - Temp Full Time Nights 2215-0615 (1 year)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registration with the College of Nurses: BScN preferred.

• Current knowledge of clinical issues for rehabilitation / restorative care, geriatric residents, principles of adult education and quality improvement.

• Demonstrated superior leadership and organizational skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Computer skills: Microsoft Word; Excel, computerized resident care and assessment programs.

• Knowledge of applicable legislation, current nursing and health care and safety practices; demonstrates concern and interest in providing quality care and service to residents

• Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents and families

• Mentally and physically able to perform duties as assigned

• Good attendance is a must.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure resident care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physician orders and administrative and administrative policies, as well as observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of residents and initiate remedial health measures where appropriate.

• Assess residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate resident care plans. Monitor resident's health, note changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physician orders.

• Organize and direct functions and activities related to provision of care to residents including restorative care and palliative care as required. Interprets and implements established policies, procedures and regulations.

• Plan, direct, supervise and evaluate the work of nursing and personal care staff assigned to the unit. Orientate and train new personnel and may participate in in-service education. Monitor performance and conduct performance appraisal and refer problems to Director of care.