The Registered Practical Nurse is registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario and has a Certificate of Competence. The RPN oversees the care of the residents under the guidance of the Registered Nurse and follows the guidance principles of the College of Nurses Standards of Care. The RPN is responsible for, and accountable for, providing nursing care to residents and directing the works of PSW's. The RPN is a member of the Health Care Team in the home interfacing with other disciplines such as the Nurse Practitioner, Physician, Dietician, and Physiotherapist to develop the resident's plan of care.