Registered Practical Nurse - 3A Comprehensive Stroke Unit

Trillium Health Partners; Toronto; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse to join their interdisciplinary stroke team. This role involves delivering client-centered nursing services, collaborating with registered nurses, and contributing to patient care plans. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to quality improvement and patient outcomes. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, supporting patients throughout their recovery journey. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of stroke patients, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Recent experience in managing stroke patients is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client-centered nursing services for assigned patients.
• Collaborate with RNs to develop care plans and provide education.

Skills

Patient Care

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Current Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario

Medication and Aseptic Technique Certifications

Physical Assessment Course

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse - 3A Comprehensive Stroke Unit

Pay Competitive

Employment type Other

Job Description

• Req#: 33521

Position: Registered Practical Nurse

Department: 3A Comprehensive Stroke Unit

Posting ID: 2023-33521

Role Level: CUPE09 – $29.76 - $31.81

Status: Permanent Full Time

Site: Mississauga Hospital

Hours of Work/Shifts: Available to Work 12 Hour Shifts Days/Nights, Weekends

Posted: August 10, 2023

Internal Deadline: August 17, 2023

Trillium Health Partners (THP) is one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Position Summary:

• As an active member of an interdisciplinary stroke team the candidate will be responsible for the delivery of client-centered nursing services for assigned patients.
• In collaboration with an RN provides nursing assessment, care plan development, goal oriented treatment interventions, patient/family education and support to address medical cognitive, emotional and self-care needs within scope of practice.
• Contributes to the development of a realistic discharge plan.
• The ability to perform as a coach/mentor/consultant and to use sound critical thinking skills is key to achieving patient outcomes.
• Participates in program planning, continuous quality improvement and evaluation.

Key Qualifications:

• A current annual registration card with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Recent (2 years) Medication and Aseptic Technique Certifications.
• Current Physical Assessment course preferred.
• Recent (1-3 years) experience with advanced clinical skills in management of Stroke patients throughout the continuum of care from acute through rehabilitation.
• Neurological/neurosurgical, cardiac and medical experience would be an asset.
• Current BCLS and evidence of continued education required.
• Combined with sound patient care nursing skills must have effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Reliable, flexible, creative, self-directed professional able to work effectively and collaboratively with the Stroke Team.
• Recent (1-3 years) experience working with a high performance interdisciplinary team required.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are required.
• Positive attendance and work record essential.
• Must meet the physical demands of the position; performing substantial walking, standing, lifting, twisting and bending as required for patient care and other responsibilities.
• Stroke experience an asset.
• Positive work and attendance record is essential.

To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.ca

Internal Candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.

Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.

Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.

Trillium Health Partners’ (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.

We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

About the company

Trillium Health Partners is a hospital system which serves Mississauga, Ontario and western Toronto, Ontario in Canada.