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Job Title:

REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE, TFT

Posted Date:

2024-06-11

Closing Date:

2024-06-17

Functional Discipline:

STAFFING RESOURCE TEAM

Job Description

VACANCY DETAILS

VACANCY NUMBER: 37237CG

JOB TITLE: REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE
STATUS: FULL TIME
DEPARTMENT: STAFFING RESOURCE TEAM
LOCATION: MULTI SITE
HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD

POSTING DATE: 11 June 2024
CLOSING DATE: 17 June 2024

UNION: SERVICE EMPLOYEE'S INTERNATIONAL UNION-SERVICE
WAGE RANGE: $35.197 to $37.049 PER HOUR

POSITION OBJECTIVE:
A Registered Practical Nurse assigned to the Staffing Resource Team is working to promote nursing excellence, quality patient/client-centered 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

The Staffing Resource Team (SRT) describes a group of uniquely trained nurses who work in a variety of clinical areas in response to needs from the clinical areas related to short term absences or changes in acuity or volume. The ideal candidate will be adaptable and flexible to a changing environment while providing extraordinary patient centered care. Members of the Staffing Resource Team have the opportunity to be trained in specialty areas when needed such as ICU and ED.

QUALIFICATIONS:
o Certificate of registration as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario
o One year experience working to full scope of practice as outlined buy the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RPN in a healthcare setting
o Current BCLS certification
o Performs to the full scope of practice as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario
o Medication Administration certification; current medication administration experience
o Demonstrated knowledge and skill in physical assessment (Physical Assessment Course)
o Demonstrated proficiency in the application of enhanced nursing skills
o Demonstrated proficiency in IV Therapy Initiation and use of IV pumps
o Demonstrated knowledge of and skill with CVADs, CADD pumps, VAC therapy and enteral feeds
o Applies NHS values and professional practice standards to patient/client care and service
o Demonstrated commitment to patient/client centered care
o Demonstrated 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 CNO standards
o Demonstrated ability to facilitate patient discharges
o Applies knowledge, skills, judgment and competencies required for safe practice as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario
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 Full vaccination in accordance with Niagara Health's Vaccination Policy

Recruitment Specialist: Carrie Garritsen

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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