251-26 Registered Practical Nurse, Inpatient Unit, Full-Time, Clinton

Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance•Clinton, ON

1d•CA$37 - CA$39•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is a valued member of the interdisciplinary team within the department and organization. They are responsible for the coordination and delivery of quality patient care by assessing and identifying patient needs, implementing and monitoring the patients’ medical plan, and following HPHA policies and procedures. Additionally, the Registered Nurse must follow nursing processes within the professions and licensures scope of practice. They will provide education, advice and support to patients and family members.

Requirements

Degree or diploma from a recognized and accredited College/University required
Current registered member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
Basic Life Support certificate required
Medication Administration
IV therapy
Insertion of Nasogastric (NG) tubes
Flushing of PRN adaptors
Subcutaneous portal insertion and drug administration
Demonstrated ability to manage a mixed inpatient caseload including acute care, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and palliative
Demonstrated ability to work on an interdisciplinary team including community partners
Well developed verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to plan, organize and problem solve
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing continuing education
Working knowledge of Meditech Information System and personal computer applications
Able to meet the physical demands of the position

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years related nursing experience preferred
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate preferred
Education related to geriatric care preferred (ex. Gentle Persuasive Approaches)

Responsibilities

Coordination and delivery of quality patient care
Assessing and identifying patient needs
Implementing and monitoring the patients’ medical plan
Following HPHA policies and procedures
Following nursing processes within the professions and licensures scope of practice
Providing education, advice and support to patients and family members

Benefits

Ministry of Health’s Tuition Support Program for Rural and Remote Communities (TSPN)
Canada Student Loan Forgiveness for Family Doctors and Nurses
Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN)
New Graduate Guarantee (NGG) Program
Nurse Residency Program
Clinical Nurse Educators that offer on-site training
Clinical Scholars available for on unit assistance and questions
Preceptor/Peer Mentorship Opportunities
Collaborative Team Environment
Nurse Support Line (Experienced Nurses or Registered Respiratory Therapists available for advice on non-emergent issues)
Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Extended Health/Semi Private and Dental Benefits (for Part-time and Full-time only)