Registered Nurse
City of Kawartha Lakes · Lindsay, Ontario, CA
RESPONSIBILITIES - Provides for nursing care in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, the resident plan of care, and within the scope of pr...
Job description
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides for nursing care in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, the resident plan of care, and within the scope of practice of a RN. Utilizes sound nursing practice principles to ensure delivery of excellent nursing and personal care in the assigned home area(s). · Ensures a timely and accessible admission for the residents including a comprehensive orientation to the home and the services offered within the home. · Ensures that resident transfers and discharges are timely and safe. · Ensures the supply, control and safe keeping of drugs and narcotics, ensures protocols are followed on all assigned shifts. · Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care to meet the physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual, cultural and social needs of the residents. · Responds to all emergencies immediately; acts as the emergency manager until relieved by the ADOC, DOC or Executive Director. · Collaborates with the interprofessional team including medical team members, clinical specialists, and consultants in support of effective clinical care for all residents. · Participates in in-services and education of nursing team me...