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 health care provider in London is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for the Medically Complex Service. The role involves providing exceptional care for individuals with chronic medical conditions, collaborating within an interdisciplinary team, and engaging in research and teaching activities. Candidates must have valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and experience in nursing care. Competitive hourly salary offered.

Qualifications

• Must be capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships and work as an effective team member.
• Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic care for patients with chronic and complex medical conditions.
• Support rehabilitation following major medical events, accidents, or illnesses.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team for patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of nursing care needs

Flexibility

Education

Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Valid CPR certificate

Nursing competency test completion

Job description

CARING FOR THE BODY, MIND & SPIRIT SINCE 1869

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.

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 patient's 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 Josephs Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Josephs 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 (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Human Resources and Leaders use your profile information to evaluate your application for the vacancies you apply to. Only those under consideration will be contacted.

Note: EFFECTIVE March 1, 2025 all external PSW (Personal Support Worker) hires will be required to be registered with https://hscpoa.com/public/public-register