POSITION SUMMARY

The Undergraduate Nurse (UN) works as a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of client care to meet individual needs and within his/her level of competency.  He/She integrates and applies the knowledge, skills, judgment and interpersonal attributes required to provide a safe and ethical professional service to clients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

The UN will be assigned duties reflective of his/her level of education preparation, demonstrated skill level, AgeCare policies and procedures and the collaborative care model.

Within the scope of this position, the UN takes on a key role to continually provide an environment promoting a culture of client safety and freedom from harm and injury.

The UN promotes health and safety awareness in the workplace, promotes teamwork and spirit, encourages client independence, respects clients’ rights and individuality, assists them to meet their basic needs and applies understanding of life cycle and aging to current practice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Job Characteristics

• Job flexibility in the work assigned
• Good communication and interpersonal skills dealing with clients, families, physicians and other staff
• Demonstrates a caring and empathetic attitude in a professional, mature manner
• Critical thinking skills, within the scope of the practice (including clinical judgment and problem solving) and in collaboration with the RN

Experience

• Prior health care experience in a long-term care facility preferred

Education / Designation Requirements:

• Completion of year 3 of nursing program in accredited school
• Proof of completion of 3rd or 4th year nursing program or proof of enrollment in refresher program

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!