Registered Practical Nurse -M Stroke Rehab I/P

Trillium Health Partners • Mississauga, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As an active member of an interdisciplinary stroke team, the candidate will be responsible for the delivery of client-centered nursing services for assigned patients. In collaboration with an RN, the role involves nursing assessment, care plan development, goal-oriented treatment interventions, and patient/family education and support to address medical, cognitive, emotional, and self-care needs within the scope of practice. The position also contributes to the development of a realistic discharge plan. The ability to perform as a coach/mentor/consultant and to use sound critical thinking skills is key to achieving patient outcomes. The role includes participation in program planning, continuous quality improvement, and evaluation.

Requirements

• A current annual registration card with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Recent (2 years) Medication and Aseptic Technique Certifications.
• Recent (1-3 years) experience with advanced clinical skills in management of Stroke patients throughout the continuum of care from acute through rehabilitation.
• Current BCLS and evidence of continued education required.
• Combined with sound patient care nursing skills must have effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Reliable, flexible, creative, self-directed professional able to work effectively and collaboratively with the Stroke Team.
• Recent (1-3 years) experience working with a high performance interdisciplinary team required.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are required.
• Positive attendance and work record essential.
• Must meet the physical demands of the position; performing substantial walking, standing, lifting, twisting and bending as required for patient care and other responsibilities.
• Positive work and attendance record is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Current Physical Assessment course preferred.
• Neurological/neurosurgical, cardiac and medical experience would be an asset.
• Stroke experience an asset.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of client-centered nursing services for assigned patients as part of an interdisciplinary stroke team.
• In collaboration with an RN, provides nursing assessment, care plan development, goal-oriented treatment interventions, patient/family education and support.
• Contributes to the development of a realistic discharge plan.
• Performs as a coach/mentor/consultant and uses sound critical thinking skills.
• Participates in program planning, continuous quality improvement and evaluation.

What This Job Offers

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