RPN - Registered Practical Nurse

Company: Iroquois Lodge

REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE – 038R2-25-3

Iroquois Lodge, Wellbeing

Contract

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, for the Registered Practical Nurse with Iroquois Lodge, Wellbeing Department. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED. Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The Registered Practical Nurse reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse – Charge Nurse.

The purpose and scope of the RPN will be to assist in the provision of professional, quality nursing care to the residents of Iroquois Lodge. The RPN will conduct and guide the care given to residents in order to monitor, evaluate and improve the quality of nursing services provided by Iroquois Lodge. The RPN will demonstrate competency at the current level of knowledge for his/her scope of practice. The RPN will seek out assistance from the Registered Nurse – Charge Nurse to address areas of practice that he/she is unfamiliar with. The RPN is required to plan, direct and coordinate all activities necessary for the management of the unit. He/she will work closely with the Registered Nurse – Charge Nurse, Manager, the Attending Physician, Activity, Dietary and any other multidisciplinary team member.

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Requirements:

• RPN must be registered with College of Nurses of Ontario with a Current Certificate of Competence issues annually and a copy provided to the Manager annually.
• Minimum one year experience in long-term care as an RPN is desirable
• Current membership with RPNAO Other Related Skills:
• Must have and maintain first aid and CPR
• Must obtain a clear police check.
• Up to date immunization record including mandatory annual influenza vaccination.
• Must be able to work a rotating schedule of shifts and weekends.