Registered Practical Nurse (Nursing Resource Team)

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Registered Practical Nurses to join their Nursing Resource Team. This role involves delivering high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings, requiring strong critical thinking and adaptability. Ideal candidates will possess a Registered Practical Nursing diploma and a commitment to ongoing professional development. With opportunities for cross-training and working in various departments, this position offers a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact on patient care. If you're passionate about nursing and ready to contribute to a culture of safety and excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of recent medical/surgical nursing experience.
• Competence in various nursing procedures and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective patient and family-centered care as an RPN.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses in various clinical areas.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Patient-Focused Care

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Education

Registered Practical Nursing Diploma

Current BLS Certification

Medication Administration Certificate

Tools

Feeding Pumps

Oxygen Administration

Sterile Dressings

Intermittent Catheterization

Job description

OVERVIEW

Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) possess a defined body of knowledge, clinical skills, procedural skills, and professional attitudes, all aimed at providing effective patient and family-centered care. RPNs apply these competencies to collect and interpret information, make appropriate nursing clinical decisions, and perform therapeutic nursing interventions. Working collaboratively with Registered Nurses, RPNs operate within the limits of their knowledge, skills, judgment, personal expertise, healthcare setting, and patient preferences.

The RPN in the Nursing Resource Team should have a broad range of nursing skills related to general medical-surgical nursing. The role requires excellent critical thinking skills and adaptability to unpredictable situations. To meet organizational needs, the RPN must be willing to cross-train into specialty areas as needed. This position involves working across various clinical areas within Michael Garron Hospital, including off-site clinical settings.

EDUCATION

• Registered Practical Nursing diploma with current registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Medication Administration certificate (for RPNs).
• Maintains competence relevant to current practice.
• Recent experience and ongoing education in medical-surgical nursing are assets.
• Current BLS certification required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Willingness to float across all Health Services within the organization, including off-site settings.
• At least 1 year of recent medical/surgical nursing experience.
• Competence in feeding pumps, G-feeds, oxygen administration, sterile dressings, and intermittent catheterization.
• Experience with pain and symptom assessment.
• Knowledge of PCA is an asset.
• Motivated for ongoing educational development.
• Excellent observational and patient-focused care skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Previous pediatric experience and LTC/chronic care experience with palliative/respiratory populations are assets.
• Good work attendance record.
• Ability to work within legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• Commitment to contributing to a culture of safety for patients and staff.

Selection Criteria

Assessment will be based on:

1. Clinical knowledge and experience in delivering high-quality care using the nursing process.
2. Effective communication with patients and colleagues, demonstrating clarity and accuracy.
3. Organizational and problem-solving skills for effective decision-making in healthcare planning and implementation.
4. Dedication to ongoing professional development with a focus on patient safety.