Registered Practical Nurse - Dementia Care, Mississauga Retirement Home

HealthOPM is seeking a Casual Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to support a retirement home in Mississauga within a dementia / memory care unit. This role is ideal for nurses experienced in seniors care, cognitive impairment, and responsive behaviours, with strong EMR Med e-Care documentation skills and the ability to work flexible casual shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents in a retirement home dementia and memory care unit
• Support residents living with Alzheimers, dementia, and cognitive decline
• Administer medications and treatments according to nursing standards and physician orders

• Complete accurate and timely charting using EMR Med e-Care system

• Monitor resident condition and report changes to interdisciplinary team

• Assist with care planning, behaviour management, and resident safety

• Maintain infection prevention and control standards

• Support a safe, respectful, and person-centred care environment

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Active license with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Experience in long-term care, dementia care, or memory care required

• Familiarity with EMR Med e-Care strongly preferred

• Minimum 1 year RPN experience in LTC, retirement, or seniors care setting

• Strong clinical judgment, documentation, and communication skills

• Comfortable working with responsive behaviours and cognitive impairment

• Flexible availability for casual shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends)

Compliance Requirements

• Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) – Valid within 12 months

• TB Test – Valid within 6 months

• Proof of Immunization (MMR, Varicella, etc.)

• N95 Mask Fit Test

• BLS Certification (Current)

Why Work With HealthOPM

• Competitive rate: $33-34/hour

• Flexible casual scheduling

• Ongoing opportunities in healthcare settings

• Supportive staffing and scheduling team

• Consistent placements available