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Job Title:
REGISTERED NURSE, FT
Posted Date:
2020-07-06
Closing Date:
2020-07-12
Functional Discipline:
COMPLEX CARE
Job Description
VACANCY DETAILS
VACANCY NUMBER: 0000019573CC
JOB TITLE: REGISTERED NURSE, FT
STATUS: FULL TIME
DEPARTMENT: COMPLEX CARE
LOCATION: GREATER NIAGARA GENERAL SITE
HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD
POSTING DATE: 6 July 2020
CLOSING DATE: 12 July 2020
UNION: ONTARIO NURSES' ASSOCIATION
WAGE RANGE: $33.230 TO $47.570 PER HOUR
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Working to promote nursing excellence, quality patient/client-centred care and high professional standards, the Registered Practical Nurse will provide care through the therapeutic application of skills, knowledge, abilities and nursing standards, while collaborating with other healthcare team members. The objective of the Registered Practical Nurse is to provide safe and competent care through the application of nursing knowledge, the technical aspects of professional practice and the demonstration of compassion, professionalism and respect. Shift rotations are subject to change.
QUALIFICATIONS:
o Certificate of registration as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
o One year experience working to the full scope of practice as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RPN in a healthcare setting
o Demonstrated knowledge of the Nursing Homes Act and all applicable legislation, specifically Long Term Care Homes Act 2007 and Ontario regulations 79/10.
o Current medication administration experience within the past two years.
o Current BCLS certification.
o Medication Administration certification.
o Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification.
o Education in gerontology or the aging process preferred.
o Demonstrated proficiency in the application of enhanced nursing skills within the past two years.
o Demonstrated knowledge and skill in physical assessment (Physical Assessment Course preferred).
o Knowledge of and commitment to the philosophy of geriatric and chronic/complex continuing care nursing preferred.
o Demonstrated knowledge of the Nursing Homes Act and all applicable legislation.
o Applies knowledge, skills, judgment and competencies required for safe, independent and inter-disciplinary practice by meeting nursing practice standards as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and related professional associations.
o Applies Niagara Health values and professional practice standards to patient/client care and service.
o Integrates reflection, critical thinking, education and relevant practical experience in problem solving.
o Working knowledge of computers.
o Must be available for all shifts, vacation replacement, sick time and paid holidays.
o Proficiency in both official languages (English and French) will be considered an asset.
o Consistent and regular attendance required.
Recruitment Specialist: Christine Callaghan
It is Niagara Health policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.
Niagara Health is committed to Employment Equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
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