Registered Practical Nurse (CUPE) (9), Medicine and Transitional Bed Unit - Full Time Regular - Markham Stouffville Hospital

Oak Valley Health•Markham, ON

1d•CA$38 - CA$39•Onsite

About The Position

As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will be an integral member of the interprofessional team on the Medicine and Transitional Bed Unit. You will practice in an environment where the emphasis is on activation, professional practice and customer satisfaction. Using your clinical expertise, you will, in collaboration with the team, be responsible for comprehensive assessment, care planning, patient education and discharge planning to support the continuity of care throughout the patient's stay on the inpatient unit.

Requirements

Graduate from a recognized Registered Practical Nursing diploma program
Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Current BLS certification
Recent medical/surgical experience required
Excellent patient assessment skills
Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family centered care environment
Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently
Well developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skills
Proficient computer skills
Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience
Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain this same standard
Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required