Dialysis-RPN: Patient-Centered Nephrology Care

St. Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health Toronto is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to contribute to inter-professional teams, provide autonomous nursing care to stable patients, and support patient education and discharge planning.

This role requires current Ontario RPN registration, recent hemodialysis experience preferred, BLS, and a commitment to evidence-based practice within a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Practical Nursing Diploma Program.
• Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• BLS Certification required.
• Nephrology certificate preferred or enrolled in Nephrology 1 with completion within one year.
• Experience with cannulation of fistulas/grafts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides autonomous nursing care for patients who are stable with predictable outcomes.
• Establishes a therapeutic relationship and coordinates patient care with the inter-professional team.
• Documents observations, assessments and care provision in a timely manner.
• Contributes to discharge and transition planning to facilitate continuity of care.
• Educates patients and families using effective teaching strategies to address learning needs.

Skills

Clinical competence

Physical assessment

Patient & family-centered care

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education for patients/families

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

Registered Practical Nurse (Ontario)

BLS Certification

Nephrology certificate

Nephrology 1 training

Ontario Renal Network Vascular Access Education Program

Job description

Unity Health Toronto is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to contribute to inter-professional teams, provide autonomous nursing care to stable patients, and support patient education and discharge planning.

This role requires current Ontario RPN registration, recent hemodialysis experience preferred, BLS, and a commitment to evidence-based practice within a dynamic hospital setting.