Registered Practical Nurse (Medicine Health Services - G6)

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join the Medicine Health Service. You will provide patient- and family-centered care, apply clinical competencies, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support diverse populations, including nephrology and general medicine.

The role requires current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and BLS, with experience in IV therapy and central venous access devices.

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with current College of Nurses of Ontario certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Completion of RPN assessment course required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient- and family-centered care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
• Apply clinical knowledge to make appropriate nursing decisions and perform therapeutic interventions.
• Assist with IV therapy, CVADs, chest tubes, and related care as part of the Medicine Health Service.

Skills

RPN

Patient care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

IV therapy

Communication

Education

RPN registration

BLS certification

RPN assessment

Tools

EMR systems

IV equipment

Job description

Overview

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) is an award-winning hospital and one of Toronto's best-kept secrets. As Ontario’s leading community teaching hospital, MGH has proudly served the diverse, multi-cultural community of east Toronto since 1929 and is known for its friendliness and sense of community within Canada's largest city. Recognized as a leader in workplace wellness and offering a quality work environment focused on learning and development, MGH invests in people to meet their professional goals and to reach their personal best.

Overview

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) is an award-winning hospital and one of Toronto's best-kept secrets. As Ontario’s leading community teaching hospital, MGH has proudly served the diverse, multi-cultural community of east Toronto since 1929 and is known for its friendliness and sense of community within Canada's largest city. Recognized as a leader in workplace wellness and offering a quality work environment focused on learning and development, MGH invests in people to meet their professional goals and to reach their personal best.

Our Medicine Program provides nurses a unique opportunity to grow their career and leadership experience. With specialty patient populations including Oncology, Respirology and the Progressive Weaning Centre for Excellence there is always something new to learn. This dynamic, community oriented program has a team who are committed to learning and providing excellent patient care. You will work with a diverse interdisciplinary team that are welcoming and supportive of new staff. Join us!

Registered Practical Nurses possess a defined body of knowledge, clinical skills, procedural skills and professional attitudes, which are directed to effective patient and family-centered care. RPNs apply these competencies to collect and interpret information, make appropriate nursing clinical decisions, and carry out therapeutic nursing interventions. In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, RPNs apply these competencies within the boundaries of their knowledge, skill and judgment, personal expertise, the healthcare setting and the patient's preferences. The role is guided by codes of ethics and a commitment to clinical competence, their care is characterized by up-to-date, resource-efficient clinical practice as well as with effective communication in partnership with patients and families and other health care providers.

Education

• Registered Practical Nursing diploma with current Certificate of Registration issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BLS required.
• Completion of RPN assessment course required.

Qualifications

• 2 years recent experience preferred.
• 2 years recent nephrology preferred.
• 2 years recent general medicine experience preferred.
• Recent education related to peritoneal dialysis, oncology, general medicine and respiratory care preferred.
• 2-3 years of recent continuous experience and demonstrated competence in IV therapy including challenging IV starts.
• Maintains competence relative to current practices.
• Demonstrates expertise in respiratory practice including the management of tracheostomies.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in providing care to patients with COPD, pneumonia and asthma.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in providing care to patients with oncological and haematological conditions
• Demonstrated ability toteach patients and families.
• Demonstrated competence and recent experience in management of central venous access devices (CVAD), including assisting the physician with insertion.
• Demonstrated competence and recent experience in management of chest tubes, including assisting the physician with insertion.
• Demonstrated competence and recent experience in management of continuous ambulatory delivery device (CADD).
• Demonstrates ability to effectively participate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to de-escalate situations as they arise.
• Demonstrates use of Core Service Standards.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through continuing education programs and self-directed learning opportunities.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instruction and pay attention to detail.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills, able to prioritize and multi-task efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to work to full scope of practice as defined by unit.
• Demonstrated ability to follow standards, policies and procedures.
• Must be prepared to work in all areas of the Medicine Health Service.
• Excellent time management and attendance record required.
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital(MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible tocontribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.

MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.