Registered practical nurse; R.P.N

Position: Registered practical nurse (R.P.N.)
Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants, other

Durée de l'emploi:
Permanent

Langue de travail:
Anglais

Heures de travail: 65.5 hours bi-weekly

Tasks

Administer medications

Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing

Conduct specimen collection

Ensure infection control

Observe and record medication's therapeutic and side effects

Record medication's therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files

Take vital signs

Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy

Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures

Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

CPR Certificate

Licensure as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse by provincial authorities

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Repetitive tasks

Physically demanding

Attention to detail

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Standing for extended periods

Personal Suitability

Client focus

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Values and ethics

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years

Employment Term Options
Day

Health Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits

As per collective agreement

Night shift premium

Pension plan

Long Term Benefits

Maternity and parental benefits

Other Benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Parking available

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