Registered Practical Nurse

Position: 2600001546 - Registered Practical Nurse
CUPE

Job Title:

Registered Practical Nurse
State:
Regular Part Time
Department:
Rehab ISU (C5)
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:  (Subsequent)

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care.

We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

Duties and Responsibilities
According to the updated standards and current scope of practice as set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the policies of Lakeridge Health Corporation, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients whose conditions are stabilized; administer treatments as ordered by physicians and assigned by Clinical Leader or Charge Nurse; observe and enforce infection control principles and aseptic techniques required in the prevention of nosocomial and communicable diseases;

and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college

Current B.C.L.S.

Current Medication Certificate with the ability to administer medications to patients

Proven related experience in a Continuing Care Unit or similar environment

Updated nursing skills including Aseptic Techniques and Patient Assessment courses

Effective organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving and teaching skills

Proven communication skills to effectively interact with patients and their families, physicians, and colleagues

The ability to effectively prioritize work

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

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

Must have satisfactory performance record

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

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity
At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and 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

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