Job Description

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will work in developing and executing the patient care plan in coordination with the visiting Physician. This position operates out of the Alternative Level of Care Facility at Amberwood Suites, in partnership with Health Sciences North. Employees work 12 hour shifts- days, nights and some weekends.

Position Overview

Follow site and Health Sciences North policies, processes, and procedures; Assist in the development of patient care and discharge plans; Provide therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patients; Act as liaison of care plan between patient, family members, staff, and physician as evidenced within medical record, client, and health care team feedback; Maintain patient records and update patient files; Administer patient medication; Provide consultation to PSWs and work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team; Other duties as assigned.

Skills:

Strong communication skills; Ability to work in a discrete and confidential manner; Demonstrated professionalism in all areas of professional conduct; Ability to work with empathy and understanding in regards to patient needs; Ability to work effectively and in collaboratively with all levels of staff, patients, physicians, and other stakeholders; Ability to work well independently, and prioritize tasks; Demonstrated professional working knowledge of all equipment used in the delivery of patient care. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Hospital Association/Ontario Medical Association Communicable Disease Surveillance Protocols. Familiar with standards set out in the Retirement Homes Act, 2010 (RHA) and the function of the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA). Strong attention to detail;

Requirements:

The successful candidate must be a graduate from an approved School of Nursing (Registered Practical Nursing Program) with a current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario; Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support BCLS is required; Must possess theoretical and applied knowledge of the Practice Standards set out by the Ontario College of Nurses; Must have relevant experience working within the full scope of practice, including medication administration, within the last two (2) years; Experience with computer databases for maintaining patient medical records; Completion of RPN standardization (all modules) required (HSN requirement); Ministry of Labour "Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps" training certificate is required; Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required (dated within 6 months of employment start date); Updated vaccinations as per company policy and TB testing are required; Ability to wok days, nights, and some weekends; English is required (written and oral) Bilingualism (French) would be considered an asset.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $33.00-$37.00 per hour

Experience:

RPN: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

CNO Membership (required)
Location:

Greater Sudbury, ON P3E 3Z1 (required)
Work Location: In person