Casual RN

We are looking for Casual RN at The Sagewood, Lower Sackville

Under the direction or supervision of the Director of Care, the RN is responsible for creating a human habitat and providing care and services to meet the needs of the elders in the cottages. The RN is committed to alleviating the three plagues of loneliness, helplessness, and boredom through facilitating small unexpected pleasures in the day to day life of the residents, and by surrendering institutional routines. This is based on the established policies and procedures, Philosophy, Mission, Vision & Values of Rosecrest Communities and the Eden Alternative TM. The RN works cooperatively and respectfully with residents, coworkers, families, visitors and volunteers to create a positive and pleasant environment in our community.

Position Description

Leadership

• DOC liaison
• Supervise CCA's and Licensed Practical Nurses including coordination and delegation of duties.
• Supervises staff and participates in welcoming, performance evaluation, training, work allocation, and problem resolution
• Assumes senior emergency leader role; coordinates emergency situations and ensures that appropriate action is taken and documentation occurs.

Clinical

• Supervises and/or administers medications and treatments
• Assess the initial and ongoing health status and quality of life of residents.
• Participate in the delivery of resident care and service.
• Communicate pertinent information to team members.
• Maintain complete and accurate clinical records; ensure resident care plans are current.
• Collaborate with families, physicians, community and professional agencies.
• Facilitate resident care conferences.
• Organize the moving in, transfers and moving out of residents with the resident care team members.

Performance Requirements

Standards/Scope of practice

• Adheres to Standards of Nursing Practice, Code of Ethics, Registered Nurses Act and Regulations, and other provincial legislation

Qualifications

• Registered and in good standing with The College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia
• Preferred experience with geriatrics
• Preferred Alzheimer's Course
• Preferred Eden Associate Training
• Preferred PIECES Training
• Current First Aid & CPR certification
• Clear criminal records check

Hours of Work

Rosecrest Communities provides service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Hours of work will reflect operational requirements with the goal of providing safe Resident care.