Registered Practical Nurse, GEN Family Maternity Centre

Scarborough Health Network • Granbury, TX

4d • CA$36 - CA$39 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is a professional caregiver who is responsible and accountable for providing quality patient care within a total patient care delivery model in accordance with the standards of practice and competencies of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the Regulated Health Professionals Act and Scarborough Health Network. As a Registered Practical Nurse in the Women’s and Children Program, you will be part of a health care team that promotes the birthing experience as a normal, health process and the family as an integral part of that experience. At this time, the RPN will provide comprehensive care to Post-partum women and their newborns. In this role, you will engage in ethical conduct and provide high quality nursing care to patients and their families, based on the philosophy and conceptual framework of Nursing Practice at Scarborough Health Network. Please note that this position is required to work shift work, weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• RPN diploma
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse
• Current experience or consolidation training (within last 3 years) in Postpartum
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and a breastfeeding course is required (or a commitment to complete within 3 months of employment)
• Candidates must be interested and willing to be trained to work in alternate clinical areas within the Women’s and Children Program
• Current BCLS certificate
• Evidence of continuing education and professional development is required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to function both independently and as a multidisciplinary team member in a fast paced demanding environment
• Demonstrates values consistent with Scarborough Health Network (SHN) Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Strong work ethic and commitment is required
• Demonstrated high standards of work outputs
• Highly punctual
• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability

Nice To Haves

• Scrub Nurse experience
• Membership in RPNAO an asset
• Fetal Health Surveillance experience
• Certification in blood collection and IV’s
• Ability to speak another language

Responsibilities

• Providing quality patient care within a total patient care delivery model in accordance with the standards of practice and competencies of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the Regulated Health Professionals Act and Scarborough Health Network.
• Promoting the birthing experience as a normal, health process and the family as an integral part of that experience.
• Providing comprehensive care to Post-partum women and their newborns.
• Engaging in ethical conduct and providing high quality nursing care to patients and their families, based on the philosophy and conceptual framework of Nursing Practice at Scarborough Health Network.
• Utilizing protective equipment provided and identifying and reporting hazards.
• Engaging in ethical conduct and striving to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community.

Benefits

• Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity.
• SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
• We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusiveness where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
• We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
• Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree