Registered Practical Nurse

Providence Care; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) at its Transitional Care Centre in Kingston, Ontario. The RPN will provide patient-centered care, assist patients with clinical conditions, and participate in evaluating health status. Candidates must have an active nursing license and current CPR certification. The position offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, emphasizing a people-centered approach to care delivery.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Excellent full-time benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

On-site cafeteria

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Education and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have an active Ontario nursing license.
• Current CPR certification required.
• College certificate is necessary; diploma preferred.
• Need a valid medication certificate if graduated before 1985.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective, patient-centered care.
• Assist in evaluating patients' health status.
• Establish care priorities.
• Advocate for patients and caregivers.
• Modify care plans based on patient responses.

Skills

Active, unrestricted license to practice with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Current CPR certificate

College certificate required, diploma preferred

Medication Certificate dated after 1985

Job description

Job Code: 18768

Status: Full Time (Non-Mastered Line)

Location: Providence Transitional Care Centre

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $35.82 - $37.06

Posting Period: Posted until filled

As a member of an inter‑professional team and working under full scope of practice, the role of the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) at Providence Care is to deliver safe, effective, patient‑centered care to assigned patients in a non‑acute setting as outlined by hospital policies and procedures and the Standards of Nursing Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario. The RPN will assist patients and their caregivers to manage clinical conditions and transitions and enhance quality of life by meeting the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of each person.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Active, unrestricted license to practice with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current CPR certificate
• College certificate required, diploma preferred
• Medication Certificate dated after 1985 which meets the requirements of the Ontario College of Nurses, if graduated before 1985

Position Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competencies and skills that are essential for the delivery of safe and effective patient care
• Assists in evaluating the health status of patients with complexity of care needs that are well defined and established, with predictable outcomes and manageable responses and provides direct care
• Shares in establishing priorities for care including preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative aspects
• Advocates for patients and their caregivers, recognizing them as major decision makers
• Seeks assistance when knowledge, judgment or skill are insufficient or beyond the scope of practice for a Registered Practical Nurse, or when patient or environmental factors prohibit the delivery of safe and effective care
• Evaluates the outcome of patient care plan and modifies the plan based on patient responses using professional judgment and reports information with key stakeholders as needed

Why Work At Providence Transitional Care Centre

• Specializing in Transitional care including restorative care, cognitive behavioural support, short‑stay respite and convalescent care
• A centre striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centered approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with excellent full‑time benefits
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• A fully renovated building with on‑site cafeteria and parking
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located near Lake Ontario, Queen’s and Downtown Kingston

Disclosure

We do not use Artificial Intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.