Job Description

CUPE

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse

Status: Temporary Full Time (~6 months)

Department: 2N MEDICINE

Program: Medicine

12 Hour Shifts - DDNN (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering

Wage Schedule: $36.140 - $38.160 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500002482



DESCRIPTION:



Reporting to Manager of 2N (Inpatient Medicine), the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning implementation and evaluating nursing care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centred care environment. The Registered Practical Nurse will be responsible for personal patient care, vital signs, physical assessment, administration of medications, monitoring IV's, setting up medical equipment as appropriate and other duties as assigned.



QUALIFICATIONS:



Current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse from an accredited college or proof of upgraded equivalent skills Diploma prepared Registered Practical Nurse or proof of upgraded equivalent skills Competent to perform CPR at a basic Cardiac Life Support level. Current CPR/BCLS certificate Physical/Health Assessment course from a recognized institution or equivalent course Current employment experience in medical/surgical units (minimum 1 yr) Demonstrated skills in providing patient education and sharing knowledge of expected outcomes and care. Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community. Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound judgement. Evidence of education in Neurology, Nephrology, Palliative Care, an asset; Must have a satisfactory performance record; Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public; and Demonstrated understanding of and, commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient, and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:



The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.



Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.



Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.



At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.



Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.