CHARGE NURSE - FULL-TIME DAYS
ABOUT US
We’re Signature Retirement Living, and we believe that enjoying life is what Vibrant Seniors Living should be all about. We hire outstanding people who truly care about seniors and understand their needs. We value our staff and believe in providing a culture that cultivates and celebrates success, offering excellent benefits and perks, and a vibrant, fun, safe work environment, and much more! As we continue to expand, we invite you to be a part of building a reputation that will stand the test of time. If you are passionate, creative, caring and energetic, we would like to hear from you!
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Vista on Sparks, located in downtown Ottawa, Ontario is actively seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our growing team.
Reporting to the Director of Care, the successful incumbent in the position of Charge Nurse will be responsible for providing nursing care and services to residents, within scope of practice, and in accordance with the Resident Care plan, Company policies and procedures, and legislative/regulatory requirements.
THE SPECIFICS
- Employment Term: PERMANENT
- Job Type: FULL-TIME
- Biweekly Hours: 75
- Schedule: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 10 shifts in a 2-week schedule, including alternating weekends
- Work Location and Arrangement: Ottawa, Onsite
- Vacancy Status: EXISTING VACANCY
- Compensation: $33.11 PER HOUR
- AI Disclosure: Artificial intelligence may be used to support the initial screening of applications. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and are not automated.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain resident records and required documentation in compliance with all Federal/ Provincial regulations and follows the standards as set out by the College of Nursing Provincial Governing body.
- Distribute medications as prescribed, and document accordingly. Monitors the safekeeping of drugs and narcotics.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, safe environment for residents and staff.
- Participate in orientation, in-service programs and on standing committees as assigned by the Director of Care.
- Liaise with family members when required and acting as a resource for questions, concerns regarding practices or related health care issues.
- Report family concerns to the Director of Care and other staff.
- Respond to resident call bells and door alarms promptly.
- Participate in initial assessments, care plans, and ongoing updates to care plans.
- Report unusual occurrences, safety hazards or illness or problems with residents to the Director of Care and other staff.
- Assume duties as required in the absence of Director of Care.
- Attend staff meetings and in-service education as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Walking, stretching and standing on a variety of surfaces for at least 3 hours per day.
- Lift alone, up to 50 pounds.
- Pushing, pulling wheeled equipment up to 50 pounds.
- Bending, stooping and climbing stairs on a regular basis.
WHO YOU ARE
- Maintain a current registration as R.P.N with the Provincial health regulatory College.
- Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate.
- Continuously follow the principles of “good customer service” and ensure that these values are demonstrated in day-to-day practices.
- Continuously adhere to the nursing practice standards as prescribed by the Provincial health regulatory College.
- Be continually aware of, and maintain, the highest standards of professionalism by following the Company dress code and/or wearing the Company uniform.
- Effectively interact effectively within the team, residents and families as well as external service providers.
- Demonstrate solid nursing and organizational skills.
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Previous experience with geriatric population preferred; knowledge of behavioral support programs, dementia care and rehabilitation an asset.
- Proven experience in leading unregulated care providers.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to work a variety of shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be able to provide a police check with vulnerable sector screen upon hire.
- Must be able to provide results of TB (tuberculosis) testing (2-step skin test or chest x-ray) upon hire.
- Must be able to provide a record of vaccination for COVID-19 (minimum 2 doses) upon hire.
ACCOMMODATION
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.
Signature Retirement Living is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to recruiting and retaining a qualified workforce and is committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable. The company and its hiring managers always seek to hire the most qualified candidate for a position. A protected characteristic under the Human Rights Code is never used against a person during the hiring process.
INTERVIEW COMMUNICATION
Candidates who are interviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of the interview (or final interview, where applicable).
Pay: $33.11 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Due to its downtown location, The Vista on Sparks is not able to provide staff parking. Will you be taking transit, or driving to work and finding your own parking?
- What is your CNO registration number?
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
- Supervising: 1 year (preferred)
- Senior care: 1 year (preferred)
- Dementia care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- CNO Membership (required)
- CPR Certification (required)
- Registered Practical Nurse (required)
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
