Behavioural Support Nurse (RPN BSO) - Temporary Full Time - 7am - 3pm

Behavioural Support Nurse - Temporary Full Time - 7am - 3pm
Weston Terrace Community – Toronto, ON
Rate of Pay $33.45 - $35.07 (As per Collective Agreement)

This position is for an existing vacancy

At Sienna you wont just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Sienna Senior Living their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a

privilege to serve Canadas seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Reporting to the Director of Care, the Registered Practical Nurse – Behavioural Support Nurse is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents.

What We Offer:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer a number of

programs and benefits that support team members financial, personal and professional needs:

A competitive salary and vacation package

Health & Dental benefits program

Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)

Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match

Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges

A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What youll be doing:

You will be a welcomed member of the Sienna Senior Living team and impact in the following ways:

Provide sound clinical knowledge and skills, acting as clinical expert and resource

Provide comprehensive, quality resident and family-centered health care services

Aide in the transition of long term care residents with responsive behaviours between community, hospital and neighboring long-term care communities (LTCHs)

Consult on resident applications and make recommendations to meet the needs related to responsive/expressive behaviours

Screen and complete risk assessment for residents with new or change in behaviours

Coordinate referrals and engage community partners in supporting the resident care needs

Facilitate education sessions to build capacity in team members

Support the management of case reviews and clinical rounds

Engage the interprofessional team in the development of individualized plan of care

Who you are

A Registered Practical Nurse in good standing the Ontario College of Nurses

Minimum 3 years experience working in long term care

Demonstrated knowledge and skill working with older adults presenting with or at risk for responsive behaviours that may be associated with dementia, complex mental health, substance use and/or other neurological conditions

Specialized training in Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA), U-FIRST, P.I.E.C.E.S., Montessori, DementiAbility are an asset

You have good judgement, the ability to identify risk and can foster a positive work environment

You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work permit

What you need to know

Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong. We seek applicants with diverse backgrounds and have a wide range of abilities. Sienna provides an accessible candidate experience

You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check applicable to the appropriate province

You are detailed-oriented and proficient in procedures and techniques involved in administering simple treatment and can provide bedside care to residents

Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position