About the Role:
At The Dunfield Retirement Residence, we are a luxurious community in the Heart of Toronto committed to our residents’ care, happiness, and well-being.
As a vital member of our healthcare team, you'll be responsible for providing compassionate and skilled nursing care to our residents, ensuring their safety and comfort. Under the direction of the Resident Care Manager (RCM) the RPN is responsible for the care of assigned Residents and the provision of leadership/job guidance to the Attendants.
This RPN position offers primarily overnight night shifts from 11:30pm-7:30am.
What You'll Do:
In this role, you will be the heart of our resident care, performing essential duties that directly enhance their daily lives and overall well-being. As a key team member, you will be responsible for:
- Providing direct resident care in accordance with current and approved standards, policies, and procedures.
- Maintaining accurate records of nursing observations and procedures performed.
- Performing pre-admission Functional Assessments, and admitting and discharging residents.
- Assisting residents with ambulation and providing emergency medical care as needed.
- Collaborating with other staff and volunteers to develop and implement activity programs and outside services.
- Communicating effectively and maintaining good interpersonal relations with medical staff, residents, and families.
- Supervising the healthcare provided by Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to ensure alignment with resident care plans and provincial standards.
- Ensuring medical records are maintained and medications are reviewed every 6 months.
- Administering medications and treatments as ordered by a resident's physician within your scope of practice.
- Assessing individual resident needs, organizing their care, and participating in the formulation of their care plans.
Who You Are:
We're seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Practical Nurse who is dedicated to providing high-quality care and can thrive in a collaborative environment. We're looking for someone who:
- Holds a valid Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) license.
- Has experience in a retirement residence or long-term care setting.
- Demonstrates maturity, empathy, patience, and tact, with good physical and mental health.
- Possesses current CPR and First Aid certifications (with annual renewal).
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of EMAR would be an asset.
- Familiar with "Commitment to Residents" as set by Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority.
The Dunfield is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and leadership behaviour, based on what employees say. Great Place to Work® Certification™ is recognized worldwide and is the global benchmark for identifying and distinguishing outstanding employee experience. As a member of our team, you can expect to be part of an organization that is committed to creating a workplace where you can be both focused and fulfilled. We are a company that empowers our team members to make a difference through our core values: customer obsession, innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to long-term thinking.
Ai Disclosure Statement:
The Dunfield may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with our objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace people decision-making.
We are proud to be an employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all our locations and in our hiring practices. We believe in hiring the best talent whose skills and abilities contribute to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation throughout the application process, please inform us and we will work with you to ensure your needs are accommodated.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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