Registered Practical Nurse; CUPE), Admission Assessment Unit; AAU

Position: Registered Practical Nurse (CUPE), Admission Assessment Unit (AAU) (10428)

Overview

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Position summary

As a registered practical nurse, you will become an integral member of the interprofessional team responsible for the comprehensive care of medical and cardiac patients. You will practice in an environment where the emphasis is on professional practice and customer satisfaction.  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 be available to work 12-hour (both days and nights) , ,  and  weekday, weekend and holidays. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.  Created with Sketch.

Compensation

Band CU10: $ - $ per hour. $67,665 - $70,141 per year.

Responsibilities

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Performance

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

Using your clinical expertise, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, you will 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. In addition, you will utilize your demonstrated clinical leadership skills, well-developed analytical, problem-solving, delegation and interpersonal skills to assist you in the provision of quality patient care.

Requirements

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Qualifications

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses. Completion of the Medication Administration certification. Current BCLS. Recent Acute Medical Experience (1-2 years) required. RPNAO membership is preferred. Excellent physical assessment skills. Proficient computer skills.  Created with Sketch.

Initiative

Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards. Demonstrated 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 as required.  Created with Sketch.

Skills

Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family-centred care environment. Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently. Well-developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skills. Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience.