Registered Practical Nurse (Med/Surge) (NF 07/24)

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is seeking a licensed Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to assess, plan, and provide nursing interventions. This full-time role requires effective communication and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring culturally competent care. Bonuses include a $2,500 recruitment bonus and a $25,000 retention bonus for a two-year commitment.

Benefits

SLMHC Recruitment Bonus: $2,500 probation Bonus

$25,000 retention bonus for 24-month commitment

Northern Top-Up grant of $10,000

Northern Relocation Grant of $10,000

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Preferred: six months to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing interventions as outlined by the College of Nurses RPN Scope of Practice.
• Availability to work all shifts and sites as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Communication

Multidisciplinary Approach

Education

Registered Practical Nurse Certificate

Basic CPR Certificate

Pharmacology Certificate

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse
Full Time

Department: Nursing

Reports To: Patient Care Manager

Bonuses:

• SLMHC Recruitment Bonus: $2,500 probation Bonus, plus an additional $2,500 upon one-year completion!

• Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre partners with Health Force Ontario (HFO) as an approved employer for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN), offering a $25,000 retention bonus in exchange for a 24-month, full-time commitment.

• Additional CCPN Northern Incentives:

• • A northern Top-Up grant of $10,000, paid in $5,000 installments after four and eight months of employment with an eligible employer.
  • A Northern Relocation Grant of $10,000, paid in $5,000 installments upon employment start confirmation and after four months with an eligible employer.

Job Summary:
The Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre seeks a licensed RPN responsible for assessing, planning, and providing interventions, utilizing the current Standards of Practice (RPN College of Nurses of Ontario), in accordance with hospital goals and objectives for assigned patients.

Qualifications:
• Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a licensed Registered Practical Nurse.
• Current Basic CPR certificate.
• Current pharmacology certificate.
• Preferred: six (6) months to one (1) year of experience.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact effectively with staff and residents.

Job Duties:
• Provide appropriate nursing interventions as outlined by the College of Nurses RPN Scope of Practice.
• Availability to work all shifts and sites as assigned.
• Willingness to work the current 12-hour shift rotation.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and adapt quickly.
• Demonstrate a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Understanding of First Nation culture and ability to speak Oji-Cree is an asset.
• Maintain concentration amidst interruptions and handle stressful, unpredictable situations.
• Manage hazardous situations involving chemicals, infectious diseases, and challenging patients.
• Practice self-reflection and adjust based on feedback.
• Provide culturally competent, respectful care in line with hospital policies.
• Follow infection control policies, including cleaning, hand hygiene, and PPE use, and attend related training.