268-26 RPN, Emergency Department & Inpatient Unit, Regular Part-time, Seaforth

Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance • Huron East, ON

4d • CA$37 - CA$39 • Onsite

About The Position

Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) is seeking a Regular Part-time Registered Practical Nurse for the Emergency Department/Inpatient Unit at Seaforth Community Hospital. HPHA is a multi-site organization committed to proactive change, partnerships, and valuing its people to advance the healthcare system. This role involves providing nursing care in a dynamic environment within a small community that offers rich local heritage, diverse cuisine, and numerous recreational activities.

Requirements

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Completion of a 12 lead ECG interpretation and basic cardiac arrhythmia interpretation courses.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years recent nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Medication Administration.
• Completion of IV Therapy course.
• Completion of IV Start course or equivalent including flushing of PRN adaptors.
• Insertion of Nasogastric (NG) tubes.
• Subcutaneous portal insertion and drug administration.
• Experience working with adult and paediatric populations.
• Knowledge of Medical, Surgical, Orthopedic, Paediatric, Gyn/ Obstetric and Mental Health nursing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a mixed inpatient caseload including acute care, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and palliative.
• Skill in assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of patient care in compliance to CNO scope of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in cardiac care, wound and burn care, insertion of gastric tubes.
• Ability to assist with cast applications.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing proper body mechanics when lifting and transferring patients.
• Experience conducting patient education.
• Working knowledge of or the ability to quickly comprehend the Meditech, Risk Monitor Pro and Automated Dispensing Cabinets Information System and personal computer applications.
• Ability to plan and organize with good critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and function both independently and interdependently with the interprofessional care team.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong interest in interprofessional practice and patient centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the full scope of practice as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Administer medications.
• Perform IV therapy, including flushing of PRN adaptors.
• Insert Nasogastric (NG) tubes.
• Perform subcutaneous portal insertion and drug administration.
• Manage a mixed inpatient caseload including acute care, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and palliative care.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in compliance with the CNO scope of practice.
• Conduct patient education.
• Utilize proper body mechanics when lifting and transferring patients.
• Work with adult and paediatric populations.
• Apply knowledge of Medical, Surgical, Orthopedic, Paediatric, Gyn/Obstetric and Mental Health nursing.

Benefits

• Ministry of Health’s Tuition Support Program for Rural and Remote Communities (TSPN) (Clinton or Seaforth only)
• Canada Student Loan Forgiveness for Family Doctors and Nurses
• Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) (Provides $25,000 in grant funding to eligible nurses in exchange for a two-year full-time commitment)
• New Graduate Guarantee (NGG) Program (Supports new graduate nurses by providing an extended orientation schedule to improve the transition into practice and full-time employment)
• Nurse Residency Program (provides new graduate Registered Nurses with 6 months of preceptor/mentorship)
• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed