Registered Practical Nurse, Clinical Resource Team

Southlake Health; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Newmarket, Ontario, is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse. This full-time role requires providing high-quality patient care and collaborating with a dynamic healthcare team. Candidates must possess a recognized RPN diploma, a registration certificate, and current BLS certification. The position promises a supportive environment emphasizing continuous learning and professional development. Join our commitment to exceptional patient experiences through effective teamwork and communication.

Benefits

Progressive health and dental benefit plans

HOOPP pension plan

Virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships

Qualifications

• RPN diploma from a recognized nursing school.
• RPN Certificate of Registration in good standing.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Ability to function within full nursing practice scope.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient and family focused care within RPN scope.
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients and team members.
• Contribute to patient assessments and care documentation.
• Assist in developing and implementing Plan of Care.
• Mentor new staff and students in clinical units.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration with healthcare team

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

RPN diploma from a recognized school of nursing

RPN Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Current BLS certification

Job description

Job Category: Nursing Hospital Location: Newmarket ON Job Type: Permanent, Full time Number of Positions: 1 Union: SEIU SERVICE Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $37.55 - $38.16

Why Join Our Team?

• A best-in-class workplace environment that prioritizes a culture of belonging and wellness.
• Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
• HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
• Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.

If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!

About the role

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) role models clinical excellence and the core competencies of the practice standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), as well as the policies and procedures of Southlake Regional Health Centre (Southlake). The RPN works collaboratively as a member of the health care team. The RPN provides direct patient care to patients based on the three-factor framework as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario standard, RN and RPN Practice: The Client, Nurse and the Environment. These three factors have an impact on decision making related to care-provider assignment as well as the need for consultation and collaboration among care providers. All nurses make a commitment to lifelong learning.

The successful candidate will be motivated, self-directed and a key member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team with defined roles focused on quality patient care and patient flow. The successful candidate will be responsible to provide excellent care to a diverse acute and subacute patient population in a fast-paced setting.

CRT RPNs are responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care for assigned patients in many inpatient areas of the hospital, including but not limited to, Emergency, Medicine, Maternal Child, Surgery, Cardiac, Mental Health, Restorative Care, off site clinical units and other units/specialties based upon skills, experience, education and competencies when required. All successful candidates are offered a comprehensive orientation, typically 12 weeks pending learning needs. For new graduates, we also offer opportunities through the Ministry’s Nursing Graduate Guarantee initiate.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provides patient and family focused care within the RPN scope of practice, based on the three factor framework of the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes.
• Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines and legislation.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and all members of the healthcare team.
• Practices collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide care for patients/clients with complex health issues.
• Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team.
• Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed
• Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis.
• Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.
• Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units.
• Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager/delegate.

What you bring:

• RPN diploma from a recognized school of nursing
• RPN Certificate of Registration, in good standing, from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BLS certification required
• CC1 or equivalent to be successfully completed within three (3) months of hire - in house course provided and supported financially, if required

• Ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice as per the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Recent experience working in a medical or surgical nursing unit within the last two (2) years preferred
• Current competence in using glucose monitoring devices
• Initiation and maintenance of intravenous and CVAD experience preferredAbility to set priorities and organize work in response to patient/client needs
• Demonstrates commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement
• Demonstrates analytical and problem assessment skills
• Demonstrates commitment to collaboration and patient and family centered care
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated problem assessment skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Demonstrated individual leadership skills
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and families as well as other members of the healthcare team within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health

Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive.

Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.

We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify the Human Resources Department when contacted for an interview. The People, Culture and Experience team will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably.

Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process.

Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism at Southlake Health

Southlake Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Accommodation & Diversity in the Workplace

At Southlake Health, we are committed to promoting employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment practices is a key aspect of our search process. The current posting is seeking candidates who identify with the following equity-seeking groups: women, racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are of the aforementioned identities and feel comfortable making it known, you may choose to self-identify as a member of a designated group. Any information directly related to you is kept confidential and used safely to inform our recruitment process towards being an equal opportunity employer.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your submission. We appreciate your interest in joining Southlake Health!