208-26 RPN, Inpatient Unit & Emergency Department, Regular Part-Time, Clinton

Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance•Clinton, ON

2d•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 Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
Current Basic Life Support certificate required
Completion of a Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia Interpretation Course
Completion of a 12 Lead ECG Interpretation Course
Completion of a Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia Interpretation Course
Completion of a 12 Lead ECG Interpretation Course
Completion of IV Therapy course or equivalent
Completion of IV Start course or equivalent
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
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
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
Evidence of ongoing professional development/ continuing education and participation in quality assurance activities
Strong interest in interprofessional practice and patient centered care

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate preferred
Education related to geriatric care preferred (ex. Gentle Persuasive Approaches)
Recent clinical experience (minimum two years) in Emergency/Critical Care Nursing preferred
Advance Paediatric Life Support (APLS) or Paediatric Advance Life Support (PALS)
Knowledge of the 5 level Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) process
Paediatric and adult assessment, including Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Emergency Nursing Certificate (ENC)
Emergency Trauma Life Support (ETLS)
Trauma Management

Responsibilities

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
Manage a mixed inpatient caseload including acute care, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and palliative
Work on an interdisciplinary team including community partners
Plan and organize with good critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills
Prioritize and function both independently and interdependently with the interprofessional care team

Benefits

Canada Student Loan Forgiveness for Family Doctors and Nurses
Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN)
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)
Diverse Committees and Engagement Opportunities
Opportunities to grow your career and explore different roles within the hospital