Job Description
About the CountyBruce County, a welcoming, innovative, thriving community, committed to the well-being of current and future generations.Nestled in the heart of the beautiful rural community of Walkerton is Brucelea Haven, a home for 144 residents. Alongside the picturesque Colpoys Bay in Wiarton 100 residents call Gateway Haven Home. Both homes were built in 2003, replacing existing Homes for the Aged, thereby continuing a tradition of quality care in Bruce County.The success of the operation of both homes is built on the foundation that this is a true 'home' for all its Residents. Home is a place where residents may live with dignity and in security, safety, and comfort and have their physical, psychological, social, spiritual and cultural needs adequately met. This strong foundational belief is encompassed and supported by the legislation and regulations highlighted in “The Residents' Rights” and “Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021”Both Gateway Haven and Brucelea Haven operate as municipal homes, and the not-for profit structure allows for a level of care that is of exceptional quality while also being transparent in operation and accountabilityAbout the JobThe nursing department at Brucelea Haven is accepting applications for Registered Nurses. Responsible to the Director of Nursing or Administrator for the provision, coordination, implementation, evaluation and supervision of nursing care to the residents of the facility. Delivers care, which is individualized and resident-focused. The registered nurse is required to assist with the planning and development of the activities, which support the effective and efficient management of the nursing department. The registered nurse is expected to work in conjunction with all other departments in terms of care delivery.Salary & BenefitsThe wage for this position is $35 per hour, based on the ONA collective agreement. The part time position will also receive 13% in lieu of benefits and 6% in lieu of vacation.The Part Time Days/Evenings/Nights shift works shifts scheduled for Days (6AM-2PM), Evenings (2PM-10PM) or Nights (10PM-6AM). This line has 9 shifts within a four week period, which includes every other weekend.The Part Time Evenings/Nights shift works shifts scheduled for Evenings (2PM-10PM) or Nights (10PM-6AM). This line has 9 shifts within a four week period, which includes every other weekend.Recognition of Experience:A nurse with recent related experience, who has been actively employed as a Registered Nurse or has Community Nursing experience within the last two (2) years prior to being employed by the Employer, shall receive one (1) increment for every fifteen hundred (1,500) hours of related work experience. The nurse shall receive credit for said experience for all eligible hours worked provided there is no break in active employment in excess of two (2) years. In the event the nurse has a break in active employment of two (2) years, only those eligible hours prior to the break in employment shall be recognized. Related work experience shall include Long Term Care and/or hospital/acute care.Benefits:Pension Plan$1000 signing bonus for eligible applicantsReferral program for eligible applicantsShift Premiums for evening, night and weekend shiftsEmployee Assistance Program, DiscountsHealth & Wellness:Health & Safety ProgramWorkplace Mental Health ProgramHealth & Wellness Committee ActivitiesWinter Loan ProgramRequirements-Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario-Basic computer skills and current CPR certified-Bachelor's degree in nursing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred-PIECES and or CAPCE / palliative level two preferred-Three to five years experience as a registered nurse, preferably with experience in a long term care setting-Experience supervising other employees.-Experience with documentation relative to MDS RAI and the use of PCC-Skilled in terms of the nursing process in order to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care-Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work as a team member-Must demonstrate initiative, flexibility, adaptability, good organizational skills and good supervisory skills-Must be comfortable and highly skilled with all documentation, including nursing care planning relative to MDS RAI process-Must be resident / family oriented and view her/himself as an advocate of resident rights-Must exhibit strong leadership and crisis-intervention skills-Possession of good physical and mental health-Positive, professional demeanor and attitudePrivacyPersonal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected as per the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter M.56.Additional InformationThe Corporation of the County of Bruce is an equal opportunity employer committed to barrier-free employment practices. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.We thank all applicants in advance, but regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted..CompanyCounty of BruceLocationBrucelea HavenOpening DateJul 25, 2024RequirementsType Description StatusPIECE PIECES RecommendedCPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Required Before Job StartsVSS Vulnerable Sector Screen (Police Check) Required Before Job StartsBACHELOR RPN Bachelor's Degree Required Before Job StartsCOMMV 0 Communication Skills - Verbal Required Before Job StartsCOMMW 0 Communication Skills - Written Required Before Job StartsCRIT-THIN0 Advanced critical thinking skills Required Before Job StartsEXP2 0 2-3 Years Experience Required Before Job StartsFLEX 0 Flexibility Required Before Job StartsINTPER 0 Interpersonal Skills Required Before Job StartsLEAD 0 Leadership Required Before Job StartsLIFT5 0 Ability to lift 50 lbs Required Before Job StartsLTCEX 0 Experience in Long Term Care Setting Required Before Job StartsMDSRAI 0 Experience with Minimum Data Set (MDS) and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Systems RecommendedMEDADM 0 Experience with Medication Administration Required Before Job StartsNURDOC 0 Experience with Nursing Documentation Systems Required Before Job StartsORGN 0 Organizational Skills Required Before Job StartsPCC 0 Experience with Point Click Care - LTC Software RecommendedPRESS 0 Work under Pressure Required Before Job StartsPROBSOL 0 Ability to Problem Solve Required Before Job StartsSUPVIS 0 Experience with Supervison Required Before Job StartsTEAM 0 Ability to Work in a Team Required Before Job StartsRN Registered Nurse Licence (College of Nurses Ontario) Required Before Job StartsCNO College of Nurses Of Ontario Required Before Job StartsThe County of Bruce
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