Languages English

Education Bachelor's degree

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

CPR Certificate; Licensure as a Registered Nurse by provincial or territorial authorities

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Specific Skills

Assess patients to identify appropriate nursing interventions; Dispense and administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician; Monitor, assess, address, document and report symptoms and changes in patients' conditions; Provide consultative services regarding issues relevant to nursing profession and nursing practice; Supervise licensed practical nurses and other nursing staff; Provide nursing care

Area of Specialization Geriatrics

Work Setting Nursing home/home for the aged

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced environment; Attention to detail

Ability to Supervise Staff in various areas of responsibility

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Reliability; Organized