Registered Practical Nurse - Palliative Care (GEN)

Scarborough Health Network • Granbury, TX

2d • CA$36 - CA$40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Practical Nurse works in a busy department with beds for palliative care, oncology, and general medical patients. Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, the RPN works independently within their scope of practice when patient outcomes are predictable and delivers care according to a preset plan with a defined range of interventions. The nurse collaborates with and receives direction from an RN when patient needs exceed the complexity designated to the RPN scope. The unit has a staffing mix of RNs and RPNs and focuses on maximizing patients’ health and function.

The role includes providing high-quality nursing care to patients and families in keeping with Scarborough Health Network’s nursing practice philosophy and framework. The RPN is expected to act ethically and to understand and appreciate the diversity of the patient population and workforce.

Requirements

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS.
• Completion of a medication course for RPNs.
• Patient assessment skills within the RPN scope of practice.
• Willingness to work with a mixed aggregation of patients.
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and team-building skills.
• Initiative and ability to function independently and as a multidisciplinary team member in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Focus on internal and external customer service and partnerships.
• Values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and commitment to fostering a healthy, positive work environment in accordance with health and safety policy and legislation.
• Strong work ethic and commitment.
• High standards of work output.
• Punctuality, professionalism, and reliability.

Nice To Haves

• Palliative and/or Oncology certification.
• Previous experience with Oncology or Palliative Care.
• Recent relevant nursing experience in oncology/palliative care or approved courses.
• Patient Assessment course.
• Ability to speak another language.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the RPN scope of practice when patient outcomes are predictable.
• Deliver care according to a preset plan with a defined range of interventions.
• Collaborate with and seek direction from an RN when patient needs exceed the RPN’s designated scope of complexity.
• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients and their families.
• Engage in ethical conduct and work to understand and appreciate the diversity of patients, staff, and the community.
• Use protective equipment provided and identify and report hazards.

What This Job Offers

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