FMTRNS – Registered Nurse

Position Details

• Position/Status: Registered Nurse – Temporary Part-time PT-7 (Up to January 3, 2027, or with two weeks’ written notice)
• Internal Competition: FMT-26-114
• Starting Hourly Rate: $54.58 per hour + 4% vacation + 12.5% in lieu of all benefits and paid holidays
• Shifts Include: See line attached

Position Summary

In accordance with relevant legislation and the practice standards and guidelines of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the Registered Nurse will coordinate the delivery of quality resident care within the nursing unit(s). The Registered Nurse is a clinical nursing expert and educator who provides nursing care in alignment to the Standards of the College of Nurse of Ontario, the Long Term Care Homes Act and the policies and procedures of Fairmount Home. The Registered Nurse will carry out the duties in alignment to the organizations mission, vision and values, and work to further its priorities.

Education and Experience

• Current unrestricted registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
• Three (3) years of related experience including experience in a long term care or geriatric setting, preferred
• Current CPR certification
• Experience in supervising other staff, preferred

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the Gentlecare philosophy
• Demonstrated understanding, acceptance and commitment to promoting the Homes mission, vision and values
• Demonstrated knowledge of all legislation and regulations pertinent to the role including Long Term Care Homes Act standards and regulations as well as an understanding of policies and legislation affecting the department
• Demonstrated commitment to resident-centered care
• Demonstrated respect for individual differences and competencies
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to communicate information to a diverse audience base
• Demonstrated professional work ethic and behaviours in interaction with internal and external contacts and the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely with ease and confidence in a professional, consistent and positive manner
• Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills with the ability to function within a fast-paced environment, responding with flexibility to changing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to change within an environment with a continuous process improvement mindset
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player who is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients/residents and the public
• Demonstrated ability to build resiliency and be aware of own strengths and limitations
• Proven willingness to learn and acquire new information and skills
• Ability to problem solve using factual information
• Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of products including Word, Excel, Outlook and the ability to use patient care software (e.g. Medicare)
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to confidentiality while exhibiting discretion and good judgement
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to health and safety policies, procedures and applicable legislation
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
• Satisfactory Police Record Vulnerable Sector Check
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical demands of the position

Working Conditions

• Possible exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids or other undesirable environmental conditions
• Periods of time standing and walking
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Bending, lifting, carrying, gripping, reaching required
• Required to work day, evening and/or night shifts
• Possible exposure to client/resident aggressive/defensive/agitated/disruptive verbal and/or physical behaviours

Accommodation

The County of Frontenac is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process and applicants must make their needs known as soon as possible. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide supporting documentation to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided. All accommodation requests are reviewed and implemented in a manner that adhere to the principles of dignity, individualization, inclusion and full participation, collaboration, and privacy.

The County of Frontenac values a diverse workforce and the unique differences that each individual brings to the workplace. We welcome all qualified applicants.

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for the purpose of selecting candidates for the interview process and ultimate selection.