Registered Practical Nurse - 8 East Respirology

Humber River Health • Toronto, ON

7d • CA$39 - CA$39 • Onsite

About The Position

Humber River Health is seeking a compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join their 8 East, Respirology Unit. This role involves delivering high-quality, safe care to chronically ventilated and acutely ill patients with respiratory health problems. Humber River Health is a fully digital hospital, committed to innovation in healthcare, serving a diverse community in North West Toronto. They emphasize equity, inclusivity, technology integration, and community connection in their approach to care and are affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University, aiming to become a community academic hospital.

Requirements

• Graduate from a recognized Registered Practical Nursing two year diploma program.
• Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to set priorities.
• Demonstrate adherence to the hospital’s code of conduct.
• Demonstrate competency in a variety of skills including (but not limited to), intramuscular injections, intravenous therapy initiation and discontinuation, Blood Transfusion, Wound Care Dressing, Medication Administration, etc.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing care to patients with ventilators, tracheostomy, central lines, complex wounds and feeding tubes is preferred.
• Experience with patient health teaching.
• Minimum 1 year acute medical/surgical experience, preferred.
• Basic computer skills and Meditech experience is an asset.
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset.

Responsibilities

• RPN responsibilities set out by the department.
• Provide care for chronically ventilated and acutely ill patients with respiratory health problems in collaborating with the Registered Respiratory Therapists where necessary.

Benefits

• Humber River Health is proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc.
• Support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement.
• Member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration.
• Dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.
• Committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities.
• Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree