Employment opportunity
Our long-term care home, the Golden Plough Lodge is currently looking to fill the following existing vacancies:
Registered Nurse
- Casual
As the leader of a health care team, you will fill an existing vacancy. You will collaborate with all disciplines to ensure comprehensive elder care and be responsible and accountable for specialized knowledge, skills, and judgment in the application of the Nursing process in the provision of resident care. You will analyze and apply current knowledge regarding resident needs, family dynamics, gerontology principles, nursing theory, and general health promotion and prevention of disease. Additionally, you will provide ongoing assessment of elder health status in accordance with defined policies and procedures. You will also supervise and assign nursing care responsibilities to RPNs and PSWs as defined by work routines and on an incidental basis, and participate in resident health education as appropriate.
You must be a registered nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Your theoretical preparation in gerontology is complemented by experience in long-term care, PIECES training, and an affinity for dealing with dementia elders.
The successful candidate will be required to submit a satisfactory vulnerable background check prior to the commencement of employment.
What makes a career at Northumberland County different?
Unlock your potential: At Northumberland County, your growth matters. We offer professional development and provide opportunities that empower you to excel and advance in your career.
Join a passionate team: Be part of a diverse, inclusive team where collaboration thrives, and every voice is valued. Together, we achieve greatness.
The Best of Both Worlds: Enjoy the beauty of natural living alongside a vibrant, dynamic work environment, offering the perfect blend of career success and work-life balance.
How to Apply
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. We invite you to submit a resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources
County of Northumberland
555 Courthouse Road,
Cobourg Ontario K9A 5J6
e-mail: gplcareers@northumberland.ca
fax: 905-372-3046
Please note that accommodations are available, upon request, to support applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please e-mail your request to accessibility@northumberland.ca or call 905-372-3329 ext. 2327. Alternative formats of this job posting are available upon request.
Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely for the purpose of candidate selection, in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
