Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Correctional Facility

RhynoCare•Thunder Bay, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

RhynoCare is seeking an experienced Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to work at a correctional facility in Thunder Bay, ON. You will be hired and onboarded with RhynoCare as an Independent Contractor. At RhynoCare, we’re committed to your success. We offer competitive compensation, flexible scheduling options, and ongoing support so you can focus on what you do best - delivering exceptional care.

Requirements

Current and active registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team environment
Strong assessment, critical thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced and challenging situations
Flexibility to work various shift lengths (8 or 12 hours), as required by the facility schedule
Able and willing to work in different units within a correctional facility based on operational and staffing needs
Reliability and commitment to scheduled shifts, in line with RhynoCare's attendance and cancellation policy

Nice To Haves

Correctional, mental health, addictions, emergency, or community nursing experience is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Conduct nursing assessments and contribute to the development and implementation of individualized care plans
Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration, treatments, wound care, chronic disease management, and health monitoring
Observe, assess, and document changes in patients' physical and mental health status, reporting concerns to the appropriate healthcare provider
Respond to medical concerns and emergencies within the institution and provide care within the RPN scope of practice
Perform triage for routine and urgent healthcare requests and communicate findings to the healthcare team
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential health records, documentation, and reporting
Collaborate with Registered Nurses, physicians, nurse practitioners, mental health staff, and correctional officers to ensure coordinated patient care
Provide health teaching related to medications, chronic conditions, harm reduction, wellness, and self-care
Follow infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices and organizational policies and procedures
Support patient safety, dignity, and continuity of care while maintaining awareness of security protocols within the correctional environment
Work within the standards of practice established by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)