Registered Practical Nurse UNIFOR 302

Division: Long-Term Care Job Status: Part Time Number of Positions: 1 Hours of Work: As scheduled Wage Rate: $39.33 - $40.07 per hour Locations: Marshall Gowland Manor, Sarnia Posting Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 Please Note: This is an open job posting. Applications will be reviewed when vacancies become available. * Company Biography The County of Lambton is an urban-rural area in southwestern Ontario that is home to over 126,000 residents. The Corporation's seven divisions operate programs and services for the residents of Lambton County such as land ambulance, provincial offences court, three Long-Term Care Homes, 25 library branches, two museums, an art gallery, archives, local roadways, public health services, housing services, social services, building services and planning and development services. Lambton County is a community dedicated to economic growth, environmental stewardship and an enhanced quality of life through the provision of responsive and efficient services and collaborative efforts with its municipal and community partners. Position Summary Monitor the provision of Elder care by the nursing team on an assigned unit, acting as the team leader. Assess the Elder’s needs in accordance with the RAI-MDS tool and provide a plan of care and interventions based on an evaluation of outcomes. Duties And Responsibilities Administration of Medications and Treatments: Administer and document medications and treatments for all Elders, and assess effectiveness Report Elder response to medication and treatments to physician/nurse practitioner Transcribe and process all orders received Communication And Documentation Chart care provided, behaviours and incidents Respond to Elder and family inquiries Educate Elders, families, and staff Complete RAI-MDS assessments, RAPs and care plans according to schedule Act as a mentor for students during clinical placement Provide guidance and direction to Personal Support Workers, and other staff working on the assigned unit Elder Care Assist as necessary with Elder care and transferring Ensure Elder and family are comfortable during palliative phase Monitor levels of liquid oxygen in portable ranks and fill as necessary General Incumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribed Incumbents must possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands Analysis These describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents in this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties in the classification. Other duties may be assigned. Supervision Requirements Direct Supervision: Not applicable Indirect Supervision: Not applicable Functional Authority: Act as a resource to Personal Support Workers and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Credentials Required Minimum Formal Education Registered Practical Nurse Diploma Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario Experience None required

Act as a team leader to monitor elder care provision and assess patient needs using the RAI-MDS tool. Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting care, and providing guidance to Personal Support Workers.

Requires a Registered Practical Nurse Diploma and active registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. No prior experience is required for this position.

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• Medication Administration
• Elder Care
• RAI-MDS Assessment
• Care Planning
• Patient Monitoring
• Clinical Documentation
• Palliative Care
• Team Leadership
• Patient Education
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Aug 29, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level