Temporary Part-Time Registered Practical Nurse- Central Supply and Receiving

The Dryden Regional Health Centre is seeking to fill the following position:

Temporary Part-Time

Registered Practical Nurse

Central Supply and Receiving/ Operating Room Technician

The RPN- CSR/ORT provides an environment that ensures all critical requirements of decontamination, sterilizing, wrapping, packaging, servicing, issuing and storage of all sterile and non-sterile items processed or stored within the hospital. They are a member of the nursing staff who provides high level of comprehensive care to meet the needs of the patient and participates in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation all patients requiring surgical intervention on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

• Utilize strict sterile techniques, the RPN- CSR/ORT assists the surgical team by providing them with instrumentation and other sterile supplies
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and ensures the safety and security of the patient by utilizing appropriate procedures.
• Contribute to the surgical procedure and the safety and security of the patient, by performing pre-operative, operative and post-operative duties
• Assist the anesthetist in preparing equipment and inducing anesthesia
• Maintain CNO Standards of Practice
• Collection, Decontamination, Disinfection and Sterilization
• Prepare packs and linen supplies
• Maintenance of Clean Supply Rooms and Quality Control
• Maintain adequate inventory of medical and surgical supplies
• Function as a preceptor for students and helps orientate new staff to the department
  
  

Requirements

• Current Certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BLS
• CSAO Certificate required
• Medication Administration and I.V. Therapy Course
• Must be able to be on standby and meet response times for call backs
• Good Physical health
• Demonstration of strong nursing practice, skill and judgment
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills including superior verbal communication abilities
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment
• Demonstrated critical thinking, leadership and mentoring skills
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Dryden Regional Health Centre's Code of Conduct and Standards of Behaviour
• Able to perform the essential duties of the job
• Willing to work flexible hours, including days, evenings and weekends
• Demonstrates DRHC Core Values; Accountability, Integrity, Humility, Compassion and Respect
• Proof of COVID vaccination to be presented prior to hire
  
  

This is a union position. Compensation will be as per the Collective Agreement starting at $36.55/hr. plus up to 11% in lieu of benefits. Applicants are requested to forward a completed resume and cover letter to; [email protected]

This posting will remain open until filled; interviews will commence as applications are received. We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.

The Dryden Regional Health Centre recognizes that it is situated on lands of the Metis and Anishnaabe peoples of Migisi Sahgaigan, Wabigoon, and Wabauskang First Nations. We give gratitude and honor to the Ancestors, Elders, and all Anishnaabe and Metis people for sharing their resources and knowledge. As a community Health Centre, we remember that we serve the people of Treaty #3. Our goal is to improve the health of all our citizens.

The Dryden Regional Health Centre is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. As a French Language Designated Service provider, we welcome applications from bilingual candidates.

Where needed, accommodations for disabilities will be provided, on request, to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.

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