Registered Practical Nurse, Medically Complex Service

St. Joseph's Health Care, London; London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in London is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for the Medically Complex Service. This role involves providing expert nursing care to patients with chronic and complex conditions, collaborating within a diverse interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate is registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, skilled in pharmacology, and possesses strong interpersonal skills. This position also requires engagement in teaching and research activities. Competitive hourly salary between $38.80 - $39.19.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for individuals with chronic and complex medical conditions.
• Support patients with complex wound management and rehabilitation.
• Engage in role-related teaching and research activities.

Skills

Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships

Demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills

Knowledge of Safety Culture in Health Care

Education

Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Valid CPR certificate

Successful completion of a nursing competency test

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse, Medically Complex Service - 1 position

Medically Complex Service – Parkwood Institute Main, London, ON – Job Share – Salary Range: $38.80 - $39.19 /hour

The Medically Complex Service is a part of the Complex Care Program and comprises two units that provide care for individuals with a variety of chronic and complex medical conditions. A broad range of patient care needs are supported by expert and diverse nursing care including complex wound management, mechanical ventilation, chronic palliation, and the management of tube feeds and PICC lines. An interdisciplinary team provides a holistic and collaborative approach to care focusing on the physical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of the patients. Our ultimate goal is to earn the complete confidence of our patients, and their families, by providing exceptional care that meets their individualized care needs. We value respect, excellence and compassion and consistently demonstrate these values in our interactions with our patients, families and coworkers. The Medically Complex Service provides care to patients who require ongoing medical management as well as rehabilitation following a major medical event, accident or illness. We provide support to individuals with a range of chronic complex conditions, including designated beds for patients requiring chronic ventilator support. The goal of the Complex Care unit is to return individuals to the community, either to their home or to a long‑term care setting.

Essential Qualifications

• Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration
• Valid CPR certificate
• Successful completion of a nursing competency test
• Must be capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships and able to work as an effective team member
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
• Demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process
• Experience and knowledge of the nursing care needs of the continuing care patient
• Ability to apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset

Teaching and Research

• St Joseph's Health Care London, through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College, is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role‑related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties.

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B, COVID‑19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing.

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