Registered Practical Nurse - Medical Integrated Program

Njoyn; Brantford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a community hospital that values care and respect. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment with a diverse patient population. As part of a hospitalist-led model, you'll collaborate with RNs, RPNs, and PSWs, enhancing your skills through cross-training opportunities. With a commitment to ongoing education and a supportive work culture, you'll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional healthcare. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in your community, this role is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

HOOPP Pension Plan

Discounted Onsite Parking

Employee Assistance Program

Ongoing Infection Control Support

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college nursing program required.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient care in a medical/surgical setting.
• Work collaboratively with interprofessional teams to meet patient needs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Multitasking

Conflict Resolution

Education

Accredited College Nursing Program

Current 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?

• Tuition Reimbursement (Centralized Education Fund).
• 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 these units 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.

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.

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