Patient-Centered RPN - Independent & Collaborative Care

Sunnybrook; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnybrook is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to establish caring, therapeutic relationships with patients and families, promoting health and providing care across preventive, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative domains. The RPN works with RNs and the health care team to deliver patient-centered care for individuals with less complex needs.

The role emphasizes autonomous practice within an interprofessional team, prioritizing professional judgment, communication and ongoing

Qualifications

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Diploma in RPN or bridging towards a diploma within 2–3 years of hire.
• Recent Physical Assessment course or commitment to complete within 6 months of hire.
• Recent Medication Administration course or commitment to complete within 6 months of hire.
• Current BCLS certification and commitment to renewal.
• Membership in RPNAO preferred.
• Clinical experience relevant to the patient population the unit serves.
• Demonstrated professional judgment and interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, families and health care team members.
• Ability to organize patient care demands and set priorities.
• Ability to collaborate with RNs, RPNs, physicians and other health care team members.
• Effective verbal/written communication skills.
• Committed to ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated commitment to Person Centered Care.

Skills

Registration in Ontario

RPN Diploma

Clinical assessment course

Medication administration course

BCLS

RPNAO membership

Clinical experience

Professional judgment

Prioritization

Interprofessional collaboration

Communication

Professional development

Person-Centered Care

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing (RPN)

Job description

Sunnybrook is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to establish caring, therapeutic relationships with patients and families, promoting health and providing care across preventive, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative domains. The RPN works with RNs and the health care team to deliver patient-centered care for individuals with less complex needs.

The role emphasizes autonomous practice within an interprofessional team, prioritizing professional judgment, communication and ongoing