Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Long Term Care
Core
Providing comprehensive nursing care, medication administration, and clinical support to residents with complex needs in a long-term care home environment.
Role type
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Builds
Daily care plans and therapeutic interventions for residents
Domain
Healthcare / Long-term care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, subcutaneous hypodermoclysis, care plan development, pressure injury management, clinical documentation, team supervision, family communication
Preferred skills
Quality improvement participation, mentoring, digital photography for medical documentation
Responsibilities
Assess, plan, and deliver care for residents with complex needs; administer medications safely; manage and document pressure injuries; perform therapies like IV therapy and wound care; lead care teams and supervise PSWs; partner with physicians and therapists to adjust care plans; support and educate families; mentor new colleagues and students.
Seniority
Individual Contributor