Registered Practical Nurse; CUPE), Medicine Cardiology

Position: Registered Practical Nurse (CUPE), Medicine Cardiology (9744)

Overview

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Position summary

As a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), you will become an integral member of the interprofessional team in partnership with the Registered Nurse (RN) and a patient support assistant (PSA) responsible for the comprehensive care of medical and cardiac patients including cardiac monitoring.  Acquisition Created with Sketch.

Who you are

You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage. You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard. You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.  Created with Sketch.

Schedule

The successful candidate will work 12-hour shifts  and ) weekday, weekend and holidays. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.  Created with Sketch.

Compensation

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Responsibilities

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Planning

Using your clinical expertise, you will, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, be responsible for comprehensive assessment, care planning, patient education and discharge planning to support the continuity of care throughout the patient’s stay on Acute Medicine/Cardiology Unit. You will play a critical role in the coordination and development of interprofessional plans of care, which reflect patient needs. 48_ Customer Care Created with Sketch.

Patient care

In addition, you will utilize your nursing assessment and evidence-based nursing intervention skills to assist you in the provision of quality patient care. You will be accountable for the development of comprehensive patient care plans that demonstrate professional practice skills which reflect your ongoing assessment focusing on the patient’s goals.  Created with Sketch.

Support

You will practice in an environment where the emphasis is on professional practice and customer satisfaction. Your consultative collaborative partnerships will assist you in working with the interprofessional team in the further development of programs to enhance and support patient care.

Requirements

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Qualifications

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses in good standing. Current BCLS certification required. Completion of an accredited college Coronary Care 1 program or proof of demonstrated current enrollment or equivalent required, or willing to obtain within 3 months. Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in medicine with an emphasis on cardiology (within the last 5 years). RPNAO membership is preferred.

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Initiative

Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards. Commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently.  

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Skills

Previous experience in a telemetry/CCU Step Down or Coronary Care Unit will be a benefit, as you will work in an autonomous telemetry setting. Certificate in Cardiology Nursing would be an asset. Proficient computer skills. Commitment to a patient/family-centred care environment. Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Well-developed organization, communication, and teaching skills. Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience.