Perley Health is a unique and innovative community that empowers Seniors and Veterans to live life to the fullest. Home to more than 600 Seniors and Veterans in long-term care and in independent apartments, Perley Health provides a growing number of clinical, therapeutic and recreational services to residents, tenants and people from across the region. One of the largest and most progressive long-term care homes in Ontario, Perley Health is also a centre for research, education, and clinical innovation. Our Centre of Excellence in Frailty-Informed Care conducts and shares the practical research needed to improve care. Future caregivers come here to study and to acquire hands-on skills and experience. Perley Health’s values are brought to life each day by our over 800 employees. And more than 400 regular volunteers connect us closely with the community. Together, we improve the well-being of Canada’s aging population.

Job description

We are an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO)
We are a recognized Centre of Excellence for Research in Frailty-Informed Care
We have received exemplary standing with Accreditation Canada
We are reopening our Convalescent Program!
Full time wound care resource nurse
Full time Psychogeriatric resource team
Full time Collaborative Practice Nurse; supports new nurses and supports education
Offering many Preceptorship placements for students pursuing careers in Healthcare
Excellent care planning skills
Excellent assessment skills and knowledge of common Chronic Illnesses
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated CNO standard of documentation skills
Demonstrated Critical Thinking Skills
Proficient in Point Click Care (PCC) and Point of Care (POC)
Completion of GPA, LEAP, or PIECES
Knowledge in the following considered an asset: Restorative Nursing, IV Therapy Experience, RNAO Champion
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team across health sectors
Ability to teach others