Job Description

Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.People have always been OSMH's greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals' contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.Position SummaryThe Registered Practical Nurse is in the Emergency Department is responsible for providing nursing care under the direction of medical practitioners, registered nurses or other health team members.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sound Knowledge of Nursing Process and responsibilities while meeting the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice for Registered Practical Nurses and functions within the policies and procedures of the Patient Care Services.
• Organizing and implementing a plan of nursing care to meet the needs of each assigned patient.
• Performing nursing interventions such as taking vital signs, applying aseptic techniques including sterile dressing, ensuring infection control, monitoring nutritional intake, conducting specimen collection and conducts patient assessments.
• Administering medication and observing and documenting therapeutic effects.
• Providing pre-operative and post-operative personal and comfort care.
• Initiating and Monitoring established respiratory therapy, intravenous therapy and performs venipuncture.
• Effectively utilizing human and material resources.
• Participating in the orientation of new staff members to the nursing unit.
• Attending educational programs and in-services to enhance his/her knowledge, and participating in the planning and implementing of same.
• Assessing his/her own professional development needs, and establishing goals to meet same.
• Assisting in maintaining the established standards of care through individual performance, participation in hospital committees.
• Cooperating with clinical instructors to provide an educational environment for nursing students. Interpreting and demonstrating skilled nursing care to students. Participating in preceptor ship program.
• Maintaining an awareness of current developments in nursing practice.
• Taking responsibility for the safety and welfare of patients.
• Manage a varied patient assignment in minor or CDU within scope of practice and assist in Critical Situations when required (ie runner/documentation)
• Functioning in accordance with established hospital emergency procedures.
• Promoting inter and intradepartmental cooperation by effective communication.
• Participating as a member of the multidisciplinary team and promoting effective liaisons between patient, family and physician, and other health team members and community agencies. Encouraging referrals to appropriate community resources.
• Demonstrating knowledge of and maintaining competence in accordance with Regulated Health Professionals Act (RHPA).
• Participating in assessing health needs and promoting health education and maintenance through patient and family teaching programs.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by direct manager.

QualificationsEducation:

• Current registrations with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as Registered Practical Nurse
• Qualified to practice within current CNO RPN Scope of Practice Guidelines
• Current BCLS Certification required
• Casted Course preferred or one (1) to two (2) years of experience casting and splinting in an Emergency Room or Outpatient setting.
• Current Coronary Care 1 certificate preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years' experience working in an Emergency Room or Acute Care setting required.

Competencies:

• Demonstrated strong communications skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality as required.
• Demonstrated strong inter personal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and multi task efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm and focused in tense situations.
• Demonstrated ability to de-escalate situations as they arise.
• Demonstrated ability to be held accountable for actions taken.
• Demonstrated strong recollection skills and ability to chart in detail.
• Demonstrated ability to follow standards, policies and procedures.

Other:

• Demonstrates commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self-Directed Learning Opportunities.
• Ability to work all shifts, days, nights and weekends.

Are you a New Graduate with outstanding student loans? OSMH is located in a community designated for Canada Student Loan forgiveness. You may be eligible for Canada Student Loan forgiveness if you meet other eligibility requirements. Please click for more information.Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment EquityOSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.Accomodation in the WorkplaceOrillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.Health & Safety ResponsibilitiesOSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.All team members must adhere to OSMH's Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.