Registered Practical Nurse, Perioperative Services

Position: Registered Practical Nurse, Perioperative Services – Permanent Full-Time (1.0)
Job Description  Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
Compensation Pay Range  $30.41-$37.35
Position Summary  The OR Registered Practical Nurse functions as a member of the OR health care team, primarily in the scrub role, in keeping with the mission statement of the hospital, and within his/her scope of practice. The OR RPN demonstrates knowledge of general nursing theory, aseptic technique, surgical instrumentation, OR Standards of Practice and hospital policies.
Main Responsibilities   Conduct preoperative assessment of patient status as required
Provide emotional support to the family pre-operatively as appropriate
Practices according to the accepted standards from the College of Nurses, ORNAC, the Hospital and the Surgical PSU
Perform the duties of the scrub role including preparation for the surgical procedure, selection of appropriate supplies, equipment and instrumentation, aseptic handling of sterile supplies, providing assistance with draping of the patient, anticipation of the needs of the surgical team, provision of medication as required on the sterile field, awareness of appropriate safety precautions for the patient, and maintenance of the sterile field during surgery
Ensure that the surgical count is carried out before the incision is made, is correct at the end of a procedure and that the follow-up is appropriate if not, including documentation as per the policy
Assist with positioning of the patient, application of padding, positioning aids, warming devices, and security aids post surgery.
Complete computer charting and cataloguing of specimens as required
Carry out post-surgical routines within the RPN role as required, including appropriate loading of used equipment on the case cart, and provision of assistance with theatre between-case cleaning
Provide preceptorship for post-diploma RPN students in the scrub role, as they complete their clinical requirements.
Participate in the orientation of new staff
Keep abreast of best practices by participation in professional growth activities: staff in services and education days, surgical and nursing journals, new OR surgical procedures, or in collaboration with the OR Educator
Participate in Quality Improvement activities within the unit
Identify of areas of risk within the Perioperative setting
Qualifications   Minimum of two (2) years recent Operating Room Experiences in all basic services (ENT, Urology, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Oral Surgery) (Preferred)
Previous pediatric OR experience (Preferred)
Post-diploma Operating Room Technique Program (Essential)
Current Registration with the College of Nurses in Ontario (Essential)
Current BCLS certification (Essential)
Positive references which reflect interest in learning, teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills (Essential)
Demonstrates knowledge of principles of safe medication administration as appropriate (Essential)
Demonstrate the ability to participate as an active member of the health-care team (Essential)
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in an oral and a written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines (Essential)
Demonstrates an understanding and a willingness to participate in self-evaluation (Essential)
Demonstrates the ability to participate in patient teaching (Essential)
Demonstrates a commitment to continuous Quality Improvement (Essential)
Demonstrates an understanding of aseptic technique and an ability to apply this knowledge in a clinical setting (Essential)
Vulnerable Sector Check (Level
3) (Essential)
Bilingualism (French/English) (Preferred)
Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
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