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Job Title:
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE, RPT

Posted Date:
2024-03-28
Closing Date:
2024-04-05
Functional Discipline:
WOMEN AND BABIES

Job Description
VACANCY DETAILS

VACANCY NUMBER: 0000036469CC

JOB TITLE: REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE, RPT
STATUS: REGULAR PART TIME
DEPARTMENT: WOMEN & BABIES
LOCATION: ST CATHARINES SITE
HOURS OF WORK: 33.75-45 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD

POSTING DATE: 28 MARCH 2024
CLOSING DATE: 05 APRIL 2024

UNION: SERVICE EMPLOYEE'S INTERNATIONAL UNION-SERVICE
WAGE RANGE: $34.172 TO $35.970 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 Current Registered Practical Nurse registration 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 a Registered Practical Nurse in a Women & Babies unit.
o Current BCLS certification.
o Neonatal Resuscitation certification
o Successful completion of an approved Breastfeeding course (i.e. through RNAO, Mohawk College)
o Completion of the INFACT Canada 20 Hour Breastfeeding Course through Baby Friendly Initiative Ontario (within 6 months of start date).
o Current medication administration experience within the last two years.
o Demonstrated proficiency in the application of enhanced nursing skills within the last two years
o Demonstrated knowledge and skill in physical assessment
o Demonstrated proficiency in IV Therapy Initiation and use of IV pumps.
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 Demonstrated commitment to patient/client centred care and ability to perform effectively in a collaborative total patient care model
o Demonstrated commitment to patient and family education and the ability to promote health and wellness
o Evidence of accurate, timely and appropriate documentation according to best practice guidelines and College of Nurses of Ontario standards
o Demonstrated ability to facilitate patient discharges
o Integrates reflection, critical thinking, education and relevant practical experience in problem solving
o Must be available for all shifts, vacation replacement, sick time and paid holidays
o Consistent and regular attendance required
o Proficiency in both official languages (English and French) will be considered an asset
o Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a new hire requirement of the job unless you have an exemption based on medical or on a ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code

Recruitment Specialist: Christine Callaghan

It is Niagara Health policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

We are especially interested in connecting if you..
Value diversity, equity and inclusion;
Are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Region of Niagara;
Identify as a member of one or more of the following equity-deserving groups: Indigenous, racialized, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Have background or expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.

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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