Nursing Resource Team Registered Practical Nurse (Full-time Permanent)

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Registered Practical Nurses to join their Nursing Resource Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across various clinical areas, enhancing skills and providing vital support to both patients and colleagues. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, you will engage with diverse teams and patients, ensuring high-quality care. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension plan and health benefits. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

2 weeks paid vacation

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Desjardin Group Life Insurance

Extended health benefits

Relocation and accommodation support

Access to staff physiotherapy

Onsite gym

Employee Assistance Program

Staff wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse with current registration and certifications.
• Demonstrated competence in IV Therapy and Blood Glucose Monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services across various patient care programs.
• Respond to staffing needs based on patient acuity and planned vacancies.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary approach to patient care

Competence in medication delivery

Professional development evidence

Education

Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Certification in BCLS

Certification in IV Therapy for RPN

Certification in Blood Glucose Monitoring

Job description

Competition Number: 2024-1781-022

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Hours: 1.00 FTE

Classification: RPN

Department: Nursing Resource Team

Salary: $37.4581 to $39.7287 per hour (As per CUPE LOCAL 1781 Collective Agreement)

Closing Date: Ongoing until filled

Description

The Nursing Resource Team is a staffing team that plays a vital role in the provision of nursing services across patient care programs at Lake of the Woods District Hospital. As a Nursing Resource Team (NRT) member, your shifts are assigned to various clinical areas to meet appropriate staffing necessities. Nursing Resource team members respond to needs based on patient acuity, replacement for sick time, vacation, and planned vacancies. The NRT relishes the opportunity to engage with hospital teams throughout the building and engages with patients at all stages in their care. This role provides excellent opportunity for skill enhancement and is a vital support to colleagues and patients.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Why Work with LWDH?

In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

1. 2 weeks paid vacation
2. Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
3. Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage
4. Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
5. Relocation and accommodation packages and support
6. Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

1. Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
2. Current Certification in BCLS and demonstrated ongoing competence through annual re-certification
3. Certification in IV Therapy for RPN’s with demonstrated ongoing competence
4. Certification in Blood Glucose Monitoring and demonstrated continuing competence in BGM through annual recertification
5. Competent to deliver medications in an acute care setting
6. Ability to provide evidence of professional development
7. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
8. Demonstrates a multidisciplinary approach to patient care
9. Reliable attendance record

Please apply through the online application process via this link.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393