We are seeking a compassionate, leadership-minded Registered Nurse (RN) to join our geriatric care team. In this role, you will deliver exceptional resident-centered care while guiding an interdisciplinary team of LPNs and Health Care Aides (HCAs).
Educational Requirements:
1. Completion of a Registered Nurse degree or Diploma from an accredited school of nursing.
2. Current RN license with the CARNA.
3. Geriatric nursing experience helpful.
Position Requirements:
1. Responsible to adhering to all Standards of Nursing Practice and to the Health Professions Act of Alberta
2. Genuinely interested in caring for older adults and working in the geriatric nursing environment.
3. Must possess organization and leadership skills that demonstrate the ability to plan, direct, supervise, and assist with resident care activities and employee responsibilities.
4. Ability to effectively observe and document resident's behavior (i.e., changes in physical and emotional conditions).
5. Ability to model constructive work behavior for LPN/HCA’s and other interdisciplinary members.
6. Ability to discipline and re-direct improper work habits.
7. Patient and tactful in relating to residents, family members, volunteers, visitors, physicians and the general public. Willingness to accept supervision.
8. Commitment to confidentiality in respect to resident status and medical records.
9. Ability to work well with co-workers, demonstrate integrity and express a sense of humor.
Essential Functions:
1. Ability to read and write English in order to follow and give oral and written instructions.
2. Must be able to complete required paperwork and filing with high degree of accuracy.
3. Ability to observe resident's behavior and communicate observations in a professional and intelligent manner.
4. Physically capable of turning, stooping, bending, stretching, moving equipment and performing other related tasks.
5. Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. or the equivalent of one half of an adult (as in a two man transfer).
6. Must be able to explain clearly to potential residents, families and employees the policies and procedures of the facility.
7. Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Internet, Email and MDS an asset
8. After receiving the appropriate training, must be able to operate standard business equipment such as computers, copiers, fax machines and telephones.
Position Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to the following;
1. Plan, direct, and assist with resident care activities, (resident care plan).
2. Direct and manage LPN/HCA’s.
3. Foster inter-shift and inter-departmental communications.
4. Transcribe and implement physician orders.
5. Administer medications as outlined in the Medication Administration policy and procedure.
6. Perform all required treatments.
7. Exercise judgment and accept responsibility for keeping attending physician informed of pertinent changes in condition of the resident.
8. Maintain resident's medical record.
9. Contribute to unit operation in respect to orderliness, cleanliness, supplies and equipment.
10. Spend adequate time on the floor observing and managing the work behavior of subordinates. Assist in progressive discipline and document work behavior. Participate in encouraging and developing a professional attitude for self and co-workers.
11. Promote a positive image with both internal public, (residents, staff, physicians, consultants, volunteers), and external public, (family members, community groups and organizations, public at large).
12. Participate in evaluating the unit's operation. Promote, support, and enforce resident care policies and employee personnel policies and procedures.
13. Perform all other duties, as requested by supervisor(s), with a positive attitude.
If you are passionate about senior care, possess strong clinical judgment, and thrive in a collaborative leadership environment, we want to hear from you.
