Summary of Duties

RPNs are responsible for the total care of a group of residents within a Primary Nursing care delivery model within their scope of practice. The RPN supports the philosophy of Patient-Focused Care concept and principles and the Mission and Values of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. The RPN works closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications/Skills

• Current Ontario College of Nurses Registration

• Current BCLS

• Diploma RPN or equivalent

• Demonstrated knowledge of Person Centred Care approach and principles

• Experience in Long Term Care required

• Cognitive support experience an asset

• Excellent assessment skills required

• Ability to work effectively and therapeutically in a setting with residents with dementia

• Demonstrated use of effective communication strategies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Basic computer and key boarding skills