Registered Practical Nurse, Geriatric Clinic

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Newmarket ONtime type:
Full time posted on:
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End Date:
January 9, 2026 (16 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-100806

Job Category:
Nursing### ### Hospital

Location:

Newmarket ON### ### Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time### ### Number of Positions: 1### ### Union: SEIU SERVICE### ### Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $37.55 - $38.16
* A best-in-class workplace environment that prioritizes a culture of belonging and wellness.
* Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
* HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
* Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.

If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!

About the role:

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) role models clinical excellence and the core competencies of the practice standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), as well as the policies and procedures of Southlake Regional Health Centre (Southlake). The RPN works collaboratively as a member of the health care team. The RPN provides direct patient care to patients based on the three-factor framework as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario standard, RN and RPN Practice:
The Client, Nurse and the Environment. These three factors have an impact on decision making related to care-provider assignment as well as the need for consultation and collaboration among care providers. All nurses make a commitment to lifelong learning.
We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspectives each candidate brings to our organization.
** What you’ll be doing:
*** Provides patient and family focused care within the RPN scope of practice, based on the three factor framework of the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes.
* Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines and legislation.
* Communicates effectively with patients, families and all members of the healthcare team.
* Practices collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide elements of care for patients/clients with complex health issues.
* Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team.
* Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed
* Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis.
* Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.
* Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units.
* Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.
* Other duties as assigned by Manager/delegate.
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* What you bring:

*** RPN diploma from a recognized school of nursing
* RPN Certificate of Registration, in good standing, from the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Current BLS certification required
* Recent experience as Registered Practical Nurse in medicine and/or emergency specialty
* Experience with geriatrics preferred
* Proficiency with Phlebotomy and IV start in geriatric patients
* IV and wound care practical experience
* Ability to set priorities and organize work in response to patient/client needs
* Ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice as per the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement
* Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
* Demonstrated analytical and problem assessment skills
* Demonstrated commitment to patient and family centred care and teamwork
* Demonstrated individual leadership skills
* Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
* Good working knowledge of Electronic Documentation
* Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and families as well as other members of the healthcare team within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
* Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
* Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health.

Southlake Health is fully committed to a…