Registered Practical Nurse

Position: 2600001401 - Registered Practical Nurse
CUPE

Job Title:

Registered Practical Nurse

Status:
Temporary Part Time (14 months)

Department: G5 Acute Medicine

Program:
Medicine

12 Hour Shifts;
Days/Nights/Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location:

Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage

Schedule:

$36.950 - $39.020 per hour

Posting Reference:

Lakeridge Health serves more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region as part of a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, and a community-based surgical centre. With nearly 9,000 staff, physicians and volunteers, the institution focuses on fostering an inclusive, compassionate, innovative and joyful environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) on the Acute Medicine (G5) unit is required to use the nursing process in providing patient care according to the standards and current scope of practice as set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the policies of Lakeridge Health Corporation; to participate as a member of the Health Care Team by conducting assessments, monitoring patients' medical status, supporting other team members in decision making, ensuring accuracy in clinical documentation of patient care needs and to participate in quality improvement initiatives relevant to the unit and organization as required.

Nurses will teach, delegate, assign and supervise Personal Support Workers in delivery of patient care. As an individual practitioner, the RPN will maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice and other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college

Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing)

Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO

Current B.C.L.S.

Current Medication Certificate with the ability to administer medications to patients

Proven related experience in Acute Medicine and/or similar environment

CNA certification in geriatrics is an asset

Updated nursing skills including Aseptic Techniques and Patient Assessment courses

Effective organizational, interpersonal, problem‑solving, prioritization, time‑management, and teaching skills

Ability to work with unregulated health care providers according to the standards set out by the CNO and the Lakeridge Health policies and procedures

Demonstrated excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster good public relations and effective working relationships in a family centred environment

Demonstrated ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations

Proven ability to assume a leadership/preceptorship role

The ability to physically lift, turn and transfer patients manually and with the assistance of mechanical aids

Must have a satisfactory performance record

Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy

Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices, including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in‑service education in this area

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful external applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre‑employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

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