Registered Practical Nurse (General Internal Medicine)

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Garron Hospital is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to provide nursing care in alignment with the Standards of Nursing Practice and RPN competencies. The role requires maintaining high standards of patient care within the hospital's scope of nursing practice and safety policies.

The position emphasizes gerontology care and adherence to occupational health and safety regulations, with a commitment to a safe, inclusive work environment and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nursing diploma with current Certificate of Registration issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Medication Administration Certificate (or obtained at least 18 months prior to posting date).
• Recent education in Geriatric Care, preferred.
• Completion of RPN assessment course, required.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the provision of nursing care as established by the Standards of Nursing Practice and the RPN competencies of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the standards of nursing care of this hospital.

Skills

Gerontology theories

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Observation skills

Organizational skills

Education

RPN diploma with certificate

Medication Administration Certificate

Geriatric care education

RPN assessment course

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the provision of nursing care as established by the Standards of Nursing Practice and the RPN competencies of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the standards of nursing care of this hospital.

Overview

Responsible for the provision of nursing care as established by the Standards of Nursing Practice and the RPN competencies of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the standards of nursing care of this hospital.

Education

• Registered Practical Nursing diploma with current Certificate of Registration issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Medication Administration Certificate (or obtained at least 18 months prior to posting date).
• Recent education in Geriatric Care, preferred.
• Completion of RPN assessment course, required.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Must be prepared to work in all areas of the Medicine Health Service.
• Maintains competence relative to current practices.
• Demonstrates expertise in Gerontology theories and practice.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills.
• Motivated to pursue educational goals.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrates excellent observational skills.
• Demonstrates superior organizational skills.
• Good work and attendance record required.
• All employees of Toronto East Health Network - Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to Toronto East Health Network's policies and practices.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.

MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.