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Part-Time Dietary Aide
Part-Time Cook (20 – 25 hours weekly)
Registered Practical Nurses
Personal Support Workers
Registered Nurse (RN) - Full-time and Part-time

Part-Time Dietary Aide

The Dietary Aide (server) is responsible for professional table service supporting a superior dining experience for residents and at caterings and special events. Must be prompt, thorough and responsive to residents' needs; communicate residents' concerns to Cook and Supervisor-Dining Services in a timely appropriate manner; takes action to satisfy the residents promptly and in a pleasant manner. Must be able to take meal selections, understand various meal plans and complete job duties in assigned time. The Server assists with routine operations including preparation, clearing, cleaning of dining rooms; washing dishes; general tasks in dining services setting and following Dining Services policies and procedures or direction of the Cook, Completes documentation as required. Handles food, dishware and utensils according to Public Health Standards.

Requirements:

• Safe Food Handler's, SmartServe and WHMIS certification mandatory. Food Service Worker's certificate or enrollment in course an asset.
• Experience in table service in a hotel/restaurant or institutional setting helpful. Catering and Special events experience an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in formal service setting.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

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Part-Time Cook (20 – 25 hours weekly)

The primary role of the Cook is the preparation of high quality, nutritionally balanced meals for older adults. Under the direction of the Director of Dining Services or the on-site Supervisor, the Cook is responsible for the provision of nutritious meals, snacks, and trays to residents and their guests in keeping with the Mission and Objectives of The Gardens of Peterborough.  He/she leads the preparation of meals and the service of food to residents in accordance with department standards. The Cook also directs the activities of staff according to department policies and work routines when management is not present. The incumbent must be able to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as assigned.

Requirements:

• Culinary management diploma or Red Seal Chef designation preferred but not essential;
• Experience in volume cooking and preparation preferred;
• Familiarity with therapeutic diets and nutritional standards for seniors;
• Supervisory experience required as well as strong interpersonal skills;
• Must work shifts (days/evenings) and be available every other weekend;
• Good attendance essential;
• Competitive wages, in-house training and pleasant work environment.

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Registered Practical Nurses - Part-Time

Reporting to the DOC or RN designate, the RPN is responsible for assessing resident needs, ensuring care plan followed, providing direction to Personal Support Workers regarding care, promotes effective communication with staff, residents, physicians, and resident families and be responsible as building charge nurse some weekend shifts.  Assists in staff training and orientation. Provides personal care as needed.

Requirements:

• Valid RPN License form Ontario College of Nurses and Medication Certificate required. 
• Must have experience in geriatric nursing. 
• Strong nursing and assessment skills
• Requires strong communication, interpersonal, leadership skills & sound judgment.
• Must be available for all shifts. 

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Personal Support Workers

Reporting to the DOC, you will be responsible for providing hands-on care to residents including assistance with personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, mobility, and other emotional and social aspects of daily life. Will maintain and promote good communication with staff, enhance customer service to residents/families, and ensure the efficient use of resources.

Requirements:

• Must possess a valid PSW certificate or be in the second year of the RPN program. 
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be a team player.
• Prior experience in retirement or long term care environment preferred.
• Must be available to work shifts

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Registered Nurse (RN) - 1 Full-time and 2 Part-time

Description:
As a member of our management team you will supervise and coordinate the care given by our nursing staff and provide a complete spectrum of nursing services similar to those in long term care, including medication administration, complex continuing care, and an on-site physician's clinic.

Requirements:

• A current Ontario nursing license is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Supervisory experience and prior experience in a retirement or long term care setting preferred but not necessary.
• You must be available to work shifts.

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