Job Description

POSTING DATE: March 19, 2025 POSTING #131-25 (CUPE Service)EXPIRY DATE: March 26, 2025HURON PERTH HEALTHCARE ALLIANCENOTICE OF VACANCYPOSITION: REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSEPACU, Day Surgery, Pre-Admit ScreeningPrimary Sites: Stratford and ClintonRegular Part-Time(Shifts: 8-hour shifts, days and evenings, may be subject to change)REPORTS TO: Manager, Surgical ServicesDATE REQUIRED: As soon as possibleSALARY: $35.99 to $38.16 per hourREQUIREMENTS:- Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario- Recent Cardiac Arrhythmia course (current experience preferred)EXPERIENCE:- Minimum of two (2) years recent nursing experience in an acute care surgical setting preferred with the ability to work to full scope of practice as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario- Experience in cardiac nursing preferred- BLS- Completion of IV Therapy course- Completion of IV Start course- Skilled in Medication Administration- IV drug administration- Insertion of Gastric tubes- Flushing of PRN adaptors- Accessing & administering fluids and medications via peripheral and central IV lines- Accessing subcutaneous ports and medication administrationSKILLS/ABILITIES- Excellent physical assessment skills- Excellent patient education skills- Working knowledge of or the ability to quickly comprehend the Meditech Information System and personal computer applications- Ability to plan, organize and exercise effective decision making- Demonstrated excellence in critical thinking, communication and problem solving skills- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and function both independently and interdependently with the interprofessional care team- Evidence of ongoing professional development and continuing education- Ability to meet the physical demand of the position**Applicants may be eligible for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness and Tuition Support Program for Nurses programs**Please be advised that we are no longer accepting emailed or paper-based resumes. Please submit a complete resume by visiting our job opportunities page on our website: www.hpha.caAs a part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance requires that all staff have received the required doses of COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive workplace. HPHA is committed to creating an environment where all staff, physicians, volunteers and patients see themselves reflected in the workforce, physical surroundings and the broader community, and where everyone feels safe, valued and free to be who they are while receiving fair and equitable supports and opportunities. Upon individual requests, attempts will be made to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

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