Registered Practical Nurse - Medical B8

Brant Community Healthcare System; Brantford; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP Pension Plan

Onsite parking discount

Continuing education

Job summary

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is a two-site community hospital serving Brantford and Paris, Ontario. The Medical Integrated Program (MIP) is the largest clinical team, led by hospitalists, with nurses across three floors working to provide acute care.

You will have opportunities to cross-train and support patient care across shifts. Preferred candidates will hold an accredited nursing credential, be in good standing with the Ontario College of Nurses, and maintain current BCLS

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college nursing program.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospitalist-led care on the Medical Integrated Program unit.
• Cross-train across three floors (B6, B7, B8) to support patient needs and census changes.

Education

Nursing diploma or degree

Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Job description

Exceptional Care–Exceptional People

The Brant Community Healthcare System is a two site Community Hospital located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario.

• The Brantford General is an acute care hospital
• The Willett in Paris is an urgent care centre and transitional beds

By choosing to work at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), you are joining an organization with more than 130 years of making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve throughout our communities. We value Care, Accountability, Respect and Equity, and we are working together to build a healthier community!

Why Choose BCHS?

• Centralized Education Fund - opportunities for continuing education and staff development
• Casual, Part time and Full time positions (4 on 5 off for full time nurses)
• HOOPP Pension Plan
• Predictable work locations
• Discounted onsite parking (no shuttles or waiting lists)
• Support 24/7- you’re not on your own (managers on call, physicians, allied health and support staff).
• Wellness matters, our Employee Assistance program is free and confidential to all employees and family members.
• Ongoing infection and prevention control measures, education, appropriate PPE and support available to all employees.

Position Summary

Our Medical Integrated Program is the single largest clinical team in the hospital. Encompassing three floors (B6, B7 and B8) this program has a varying patient population with acute care needs. MIP is a hospitalist led model of care, including RNs, RPNs and PSWs, practicing to their full scope. Nurses on this unit will be given the opportunity to cross train between all of three floors, allowing them to learn new roles and help their colleagues as patient needs and census changes

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited college nursing program
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Mandatory Qualifications

• Current two (2) years of experience in a medical/surgical setting
• Effective September 7th, 2021 all applicants must provide proof of two doses for full vaccination against Covid-19 (in the form of watermark receipts from the provincial portal) or provide written proof of a medical or religious reason for not being fully vaccinated as per Organization Policy, Covid-19 Immunization and Management.

Mandatory Competencies

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a team focus
• Self-directed individual with the ability to work both independently and in partnership with members of the inter professional team
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development in nursing
• Creative problem solver with a solution focus and patient friendly approach
• Demonstrates commitment to exceptional customer service with patients, families, staff, colleagues and community partners
• Proven critical thinking skills
• Ability to multitask and set priorities in a rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to establish positive and proactive work relationships with external partners
• Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

Preferred Competencies

• Member of RPNAO
• Ability to be a coach, teacher and mentor to colleagues and students
• Demonstrated competence in patient assessment and care planning
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts

Accommodation

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous persons, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientation and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Brant Community Healthcare System is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier‑free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability‑related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

To ensure there is equal opportunity during the recruitment and selection process, please contact your Recruiter to discuss accommodation.