Job Description

The Glebe Centre Inc. is a charitable, not-for-profit long-term care home that provides specialized care to 254 Residents and provides community programs and support services to seniors in the Ottawa community. Our team of 450 employees touches the lives of seniors and their families every day. Our employees are committed to providing a secure home and meaningful compassionate care through supportive relationships, enhanced sensitivity, and dedication to our residents and clients.

POSITION

The

Skin and Wellness Registered Practical Nurse (SWAN)

is responsible for working within their scope of practice and utilizing their knowledge, skill, and judgement. Reporting to the Director of Care the SWAN RPN is responsible to provide specialized holistic assessment and management as an interprofessional team member to meet the needs of residents with ostomies, acute and chronic wounds, and urinary and fecal continence concerns. The SWAN RPN is responsible for planning, implementing, and integration of skin and wound care program in the home. Promotes efficient, effective, and appropriate health care programs/services in a long-term care and incorporates cultural awareness and diversity and equity into care.

QUALIFICATIONS

License in nursing (RPN) in good standing with minimum 2 years of practical clinical RPN experience- preferably in long term care. Current registration with The College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing

Mandatory completion of the SWAN Education Program

recognized by the Nurses Specialized in Wound Ostomy Continence Canada (NSWOCC) Excellent verbal and written skills in English Excellent communication skills for work in a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary workforce.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Mandatory registration in good standing as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario Monitor staff compliance with skin and wound prevention guidelines, supervise compliance, apply progressive discipline as needed, and send reports to the director of care. Practical work experience as a nurse in the long-term care sector Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with staff, residents, families, community professionals and various outside partners Solid computer skills using Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Publisher/Power Point) Knowledge of the Long-Term Care Homes Act and Regulations, Ministry Long Term Care Directives, the Registered Health Professionals Act, Narcotic Control Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other applicable legislation. Perform daily wound surveillance and develop the monthly surveillance report promotes the wellness of the skin for all residents develops and delivers education for colleagues and residents/ families and provides coaching and mentorship for team members works collaboratively with coordinator of nursing programs and the clinical team to facilitate assessment and care planning, monitoring resident status. providing reassessment and follow up communicates with all levels and health care disciplines in a timely and efficient manner and makes referrals as appropriate. schedules and completes resident assessments relating to skin, wound, ostomy and continence utilizing expertise, providing health teaching, and developing collaborative resident care plans. makes recommendations regarding products appropriate for resident skin, ostomy, continence, and wound care plans provides holistic, objective advice to residents and demonstrates exceptional interpersonal communication works in collaboration with the residents and those individuals whom the client identifies to be significant to his/her care, to incorporate the individual's wishes, needs and experiences into the plan of care. works within their scope of practice and uses knowledge, skill, and judgment to apply an extended (beyond that of a generalist nurse) body of knowledge of integumentary, wound, ostomy and continence care to the practice of nursing. applies evidence-based practice to nursing care influences administrative decision-making related to cost-effective health care delivery and outcomes. pursues professional growth and development and maintains competence through continuing education and on-going experience in the specialty of wound, ostomy, and continence (WOC) works collaboratively with coordinator of nursing programs and when applicable with Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) and other healthcare professionals disseminates knowledge related to WOC care and practice to others participates in the professional development of SWAN colleagues through mentorship and preceptorship facilitates self-care management establishes age-appropriate therapeutic relationships with clients applies information regarding pre-existing health conditions and altered manifestation of illness advocates for residents by facilitating effective navigation of the health care system applies critical thinking in the selection and use of products and equipment exercises ethical and legal judgments relevant to relationships with industry exercises ethical and legal judgments relevant and the use of technology notifies the physicians and nurses or other healthcare professional when the clients condition deteriorates or fails to make progress. identifies patients who require referral to a NSWOC and/or other healthcare professional assists with providing individualized education to residents, caregivers, and team members regarding prevention of pressure injuries, skin tears, diabetic foot ulcers and management of wounds. participates in quality improvement programs.
The Glebe Centre is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us.

POSITION:

Permanent Full Time Days (2 positions)

SALARY:

$31.09 /hour starting wage - Union position

WORK LOCATION:

The Glebe Centre, 77 Monk Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1S 5S7.

TO APPLY:

Please forward a cover letter and resume to Diane Giusto, DHR. Email: DGiusto@glebecentre.ca

Please note only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.09-$35.06 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person