Registered Practical Nurse
- Alliston, ON, L9R 1V4, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Registered Practical Nurse
Aspira Kingsmere Retirement Residence
Temporary FT- [November 15,2026 to January 30, 2027]
Hours: 7am-3pm,
3pm-11pm or
11pm - 7am
Every second Weekend availability mandatory
Week One:, Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri
Week Two: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.
Why you belong here:
We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:
- A competitive salary and vacation package
- Health & Dental benefits program
- Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
- Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
- A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs
What you’ll be doing:
You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care that supports residents’ health, safety, and overall well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.
What makes you a great fit?
- Strong knowledge of safe medication administration, with the ability to prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and the College of Nurses of Ontario standards
- Excellent documentation and communication skills, with the ability to following up on all concerns and complaints forwarded by a Client, family or team members and informs/seeks assistance from the Registered Nurse or designate
- Promoting the Client’s self-care and self-sufficiency, emphasize adaptation and abilities, promote wellness and provide preventative health education, thus by treating the whole person
- Proven ability to complete assessments, RAPS, and individualized care plans accurately and within required timeframes
- Supporting the unregulated care workers through guidance, direction, training and education
- Post-graduate studies in Geriatrics and Nursing Administration is an asset
- Performing other duties as assigned
What you need to know:
- Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate.
- Current Medication Administration Certificate.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in Geriatric Nursing, Healthcare and/or Rehabilitation as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN).
- You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
- You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
- Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Registered Practical Nurse will provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to support the health, safety, and well-being of residents. They will also contribute to the home's culture by fostering meaningful relationships and supporting unregulated care workers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold current registration as an RPN with the College of Nurses of Ontario and possess a valid Medication Administration Certificate. A minimum of one year of experience in geriatric nursing, healthcare, or rehabilitation is required.
Skills
- Medication administration
- Nursing care
- Geriatric nursing
- Documentation
- Communication
- Care planning
- Assessment
- Patient education
- Basic cardiac life support
- Rehabilitation
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Vacation package
- Health and dental benefits
- Share ownership and reward program
- Employee share purchase plan
- Continuous learning and growth
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Registered Practical Nurse
- RPN
- Geriatric Nursing
- Medication Administration
- BCLS
- Healthcare
- Rehabilitation
- Nursing Care
- Patient Assessment
- Care Plans
- Retirement Residence
- Sienna Senior Living
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- College of Nurses of Ontario