Registered Nurse, Adult Day Services Long Term Care, Seniors Development Status: 3 Temporary Positions
- TFT 40 hours- 13 month contract, 11pm-7am
- TPT 32 hours-13 month contract, 3pm-11pm
- TPT 32 hours-13 month contract, 11pm -7am
Salary Range:
Work Mode: Onsite - Peel Manor - 525 Main St N, Brampton ON L6X1N9
Care. Compassion. Love. Respect.
The Seniors Services Development Division requires staff to provide person-centered care to our clients and caregivers following the Butterfly Philosophy of Care. This will ensure high levels of emotional wellbeing and a better quality of life for those accessing our services. Staff are to have the emotional intelligence ability to deliver person-centered care in an authentic way that is meaningful to the clients and caregivers.
Our Adult Day Services clients enjoy social, recreational and therapeutic activities led by professional staff. Each activity is designed to enhance clients' physical and psychological well-being. Are you an ONA Registered Nurse? Come join our Adult Day Services and make a positive difference in people's lives!
The Role
Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, community partners, primary care providers and under the direction of the Supervisor, Adult Day and Community Support Services you will provide guidance and leadership to the Adult Day Service (ADS) team, clients, and caregivers. You will apply your professional knowledge and competent practice in the provision of quality, client focused care based on the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and subsequent regulations, the Regional Values,
policies, procedures and best practice guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with the Supervisor(s), Adult Day and Community Support Services and review admission files to determine suitability, coordinate the admission of clients, assess the clients' and family caregivers' needs and develop and provide individualized, client focused care plans
- Conduct thorough and regular nursing and health assessments of clients, provide internal referrals,monitor health conditions, update the plan of care and document care and services provided to the client and/or caregiver in the client's electronic health record
- Work collaboratively with the integrated care team and implement nursing skills within the integrated care setting
- Promote and support health education and knowledge transfer to enable clients and/or caregivers to make informed choices about health practices and healthy lifestyle choices that promote self-care
- Organize, coordinate, and conduct health education sessions on various topics such as foot care and medication management as needed
- Provide one to one support for clients and caregivers to assist with navigation of the health care system i.e. referrals to other community agencies and provide information on community resources
- Promote and maintain a safe and healthy working environment by adhering to proper procedures and prompt reporting of unsafe conditions and/or situations. Respond to and participate in emergency situations and emergency preparedness exercises and complete applicable staff/client incident reports as
Required
- Participate in the Continuous Quality Improvement program to evaluate and improve client services
Qualifications
- Current certificate of competence as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current certification in CPR and first aid
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in geriatric and/or community nursing.
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BScN) is preferred
- Certificate in Gerontology or equivalent, Rehabilitation, Medical/Surgical nursing would be considered an asset
- Experience in Health Education/Health Promotion and Program Planning including implementation, monitoring, documentation and evaluation
- Ability to facilitate group discussions with working knowledge of adult education principles
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of senior care services and community resources
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with clients, caregivers, volunteers, staff and other professionals
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with clients, caregivers, staff, and community agencies
- Strong customer and client focused approach in daily responsibilities
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and/or within the interdisciplinary team
- Proficient computer skills
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- Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- TB Skin Testing
If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
About Us
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.
We're working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and s ince 1974, we've been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it's impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact ***************@peelregion.ca
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant's responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
