Registered Practical Nurse (NF 53/22)

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Sioux Lookout is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join their team. The successful candidate will provide essential nursing care, ensuring patient needs are met in accordance with established standards. This role requires strong communication skills, flexibility, and adaptability to various patient care situations. The RPN will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality healthcare services while adhering to infection control policies. Join us in making a difference in the community!

Benefits

SLMHC Recruitment Bonus: $2,500

Retention Bonus: $25,000

Top-Up Grant: $10,000

Relocation Grant: $10,000

Qualifications

• Licensed RPN responsible for patient assessments and interventions.
• Preferred six months to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing interventions within the RPN Scope of Practice.
• Work all shifts and sites as assigned.
• Adhere to infection control policies.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

Registered Practical Nurse Certificate

Basic CPR Certificate

Pharmacology Certificate

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse

Full Time

Department: ALC

Reports to: Patient Care Manager

Bonuses:

• SLMHC Recruitment Bonus: $2,500 probation bonus, plus an additional $2,500 upon one-year completion.
• Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre partners with Health Force Ontario (HFO) as an approved employer for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN), offering a $25,000 retention bonus for eligible nurses with a 24-month full-time commitment.
• Additional CCPN Northern Incentives:
  • Top-Up Grant: $10,000, paid in $5,000 installments after 4 and 8 months of employment.
  • Relocation Grant: $10,000, paid in $5,000 installments upon employment start and after 4 months.

Job Summary:

The Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre seeks a licensed RPN responsible for assessing, planning, and providing interventions according to the Standards of Practice (RPN College of Nurses of Ontario), aligning with hospital goals for assigned patients.

Qualifications:

• Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a licensed Registered Practical Nurse.
• Current Basic CPR certificate.
• Current pharmacology certificate.
• Preferred: Six months to one year of experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively with staff and residents.

Job Duties:

• Provide nursing interventions within the RPN Scope of Practice.
• Availability to work all shifts and sites as assigned.
• Willingness to work the current 12-hour shift rotation and weekends.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and demonstrate a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations.
• Consistent attendance is essential.
• Understanding First Nation culture and speaking Oji-Cree is an asset.
• Adhere to policies on infection control, including cleaning, hand hygiene, and PPE use, and attend related training.