2600001375 - Registered Practical Nurse

Lakeridge Health; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 50,902 - 53,753; Part time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health is looking for a Registered Practical Nurse for temporary part-time opportunities in Oshawa. This role includes assessing, planning, and implementing nursing care within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and be committed to exceptional customer service.

Candidates must hold a Registered Practical Nurse Diploma and current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario. The position involves various shifts including days, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years Med/Surg or Emergency department experience within the last 24 months.
• Competent in CPR at a basic Cardiac Life Support level.
• Physical Assessment course from a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, planning implementation and evaluating nursing care.
• Provide personal patient care and monitor vital signs.
• Setting up medical equipment and performing ECGs.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Sound organizational and prioritization skills

Demonstrated commitment to exceptional customer service

Education

Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from a recognized community college

Current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Job description

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse

Status: Temporary Part Time Opportunities

Department: General Emergency - Oshawa

Program: Emergency

Shift: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends - 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $36.950 - $39.020 per hour

Posting Reference: 2600001375

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to Manager of Emergency Services, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) within Emergency Services will be responsible for assessing, planning implementation and evaluating nursing care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centered care environment. The Registered Practical Nurse will be responsible for personal patient care, vital signs, physical assessment, monitoring IVs, setting up medical equipment as appropriate and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse;
• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from a recognized community college;
• 1-2 years Med/Surg experience (within the last 24 months) and/or Emergency department experience;
• CC1 course required to be completed or willing to complete within 6 months of hire;
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification (Ontario Heart & Stroke guidelines preferred);
• Competent to perform CPR at a basic Cardiac Life Support level;
• Current Medication Administration course;
• Physical Assessment course from a recognized institution and/or equivalent;
• Demonstrated experience in performing electrocardiograms (ECGs) and venipuncture an asset;
• Proven sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community;
• Demonstrated ability to relate to patients and family members of a diverse community setting;
• Demonstrated commitment to exceptional customer service within multidisciplinary team and when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public;
• Proven excellent documentation skills;
• Demonstrated ability to perform all RPN nursing and related duties to the full scope of their practice preferred;
• 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 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 [e-mail].

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.