Job Description

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Long-Term Care

Location:

Nova Scotia, Canada

Employment Type:

Full-time / Part-time / Casual

Salary Range:

As per NSNU Long Term Care Collective Agreement

Position Summary

As a Registered Nurse in a long-term care setting, you will provide compassionate, person-centered care to residents with chronic health conditions, cognitive impairments, and mobility challenges. You'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote dignity, safety, and quality of life for residents in their home-like environment.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and protocols Monitor residents' health status and respond to changes in condition Provide wound care, infection control, and palliative support Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Continuing Care Assistants (CCAs) Document care activities and maintain accurate health records Communicate with families and advocate for resident needs Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits Support residents in daily living activities with empathy and respect
Qualifications

Bachelor of Nursing (BN) or equivalent from an accredited institution Active registration with the

Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)

Current CPR and First Aid certification Experience in long-term or continuing care (preferred) Strong clinical judgment and interpersonal skills Familiarity with dementia care, infection control, and wound management (an asset)
What You Bring

A passion for holistic nursing Ability to work independently and as part of a team Commitment to ethical, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed care Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings, nights, and weekends
Job Type: Casual

Benefits:

Dental care On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person