2400003046 - Registered Practical Nurse

CUPE

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse

Status: Temporary Part Time (3-12 months)

Department: C7 Cardiology Inpatient

Program: Medicine

12 Hour Shifts - Days, Nights, Weekends (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $35.090 - $37.050 per hour

Posting Reference: 2400003046

Duties And Responsibilities

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) on the OC7 Medical Unit is required to use the nursing process in providing patient care according to the standards and current scope of practice as set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the policies of Lakeridge Health Corporation; to participate as a member of the Health Care Team by conducting assessments, monitoring patients' medical status, supporting other team members in decision making, ensuring accuracy in clinical documentation of patient care needs and to participate in quality improvement initiatives relevant to the unit and organization as required. As an individual practitioner, the RPN will maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college;
• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
• Coronary Care I (Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation) or willingness to sign up within 6 months;
• Current BCLS;
• Current Medication Certificate which meets the standards practice established by the CNO;
• Recent experience in Acute Medicine and/ or similar environment;
• Updated Health/Patient Assessment courses preferred;
• Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO;
• Effective organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, prioritization, time-management, and teaching skills;
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster good public relations and effective working relationships in a family centred environment;
• Demonstrated ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclustion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.