Registered Practical Nurse (NF 01-25)

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is seeking a licensed RPN responsible for assessing, planning, and providing nursing interventions for assigned patients. The role requires adherence to hospital goals and standards of practice, with a focus on culturally competent care.

Benefits

SLMHC Recruitment Bonus: $2,500 probation bonus

Additional $2,500 one-year completion bonus

$25,000 retention bonus for eligible nurses

Northern Top-Up Grant of $10,000

Northern Relocation Grant of $10,000

Qualifications

• Minimum six months to one year experience preferred.
• Understanding the first nation culture and the ability to speak Oji-Cree is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan & provide nursing interventions as per RPN college standards.
• Must be available to work all shifts and sites as assigned.
• Provide culturally competent and respectful care.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Cultural Competence

Education

Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Current Basic CPR certificate

Current pharmacology certificate

Job description

***** Bonuses:

• SLMHC Recruitment Bonus: $2,500 probation bonus, + additional $2,500 one-year completion bonus!
• Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is pleased to partner with HealthForceOntario (HFO) as an approved employer for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) which provides a $25,000 retention bonus to eligible nurses in exchange for a 24-month, full-time commitment!
• Additional CCPN Northern Incentives:
  A Northern Top-Up Grant of $10,000, paid in $5,000 instalments after four (4) and eight (8) months of employment with an eligible employer.
  A Northern Relocation Grant of $10,000, paid in $5,000 instalments upon confirmation that an eligible nurse has started employment and after four (4) months of employment with an eligible employer.

Job Summary:
The Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is seeking a licensed RPN who is responsible to assess, plan & provide interventions, utilizing the current Standards of Practice (RPN college of Nurses of Ontario), in accordance with the hospital goals and objectives, for assigned patients.

Qualifications:
• Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario, as a licensed Registered Practical Nurse required.
• Current Basic CPR certificate required.
• Current pharmacology certificate required.
• Minimum six (6) months to one (1) year experience preferred.
• Good communication, interaction with staff and residents.

Job Duties:
• Ability to provide appropriate nursing interventions as outlined by the College of Nurses RPN Scope of Practice.
• Must be available to work all shifts and sites as assigned.
• Must be willing to work the present 12-hour shift rotation.
• Ability to prioritize and organize.
• Demonstrated multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.
• Ability to communicate and deal with others effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Flexible and adaptable to rapidly changing situations.
• Regular and sustained attendance is essential for this position.
• Understanding the first nation culture and the ability to speak Oji-Cree is a definite asset.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment with unpredictable situations.
• Ability to cope with hazardous situations: exposure to chemicals, infectious disease, and treatment of confused/irrational/agitated/uncooperative patients.
• Ability to self-reflect on practice and make adjustments based on both internal and external feedback.
• Provide culturally competent and respectful care in accordance with hospital policy
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene and the use of Personal Protective Equipment in support of Infection Control measures and attend training when necessary.

Salary: $35.49 – $38.16. In accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement

Closing Date: When Filled

Competition No: NF 01-25
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