Registered Practical Nurse

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional care and building meaningful relationships with older adults? As a Registered Practical Nurse at Chartwell, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of our residents. Your clinical expertise, empathy, and commitment to a positive resident experience will help create a safe, welcoming environment where residents feel supported, valued, and cared for every day.

What You’ll Do

Provide professional nursing care in accordance with the provincial College of Nurses standards, legislative requirements, and Chartwell policies

Monitor residents’ health status, administer medications and treatments, and accurately document care

Support residents during their transition into the residence, ensuring they and their families feel comfortable and informed

Respond to resident or family concerns promptly, taking appropriate action or escalating as needed

Collaborate with allied health professionals, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated care

Provide leadership and guidance to personal support workers and other care staff

Participate in team meetings, care conferences, and continuous quality improvement initiatives

Promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment for residents, visitors, and staff

What You’ll Bring

Current registration and in good standing with the provincial College of Nurses 

Current First Aid and CPR certification

Experience working in care, retirement, or healthcare (an asset)

Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to engage with residents, families, and colleagues

A passion for delivering person-centered care and enhancing the resident experience

What We Offer

A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated 

Competitive compensation and benefits 

Opportunities for leadership development and career growth

A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents

Additional Requirements

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening required

Physical ability to assist residents and perform tasks involving standing, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling

Preparedness to respond to emergency situations quickly and effectively

Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required