Registered Practical Nurse - Palliative & Medically Complex Care

Brant Community Healthcare System; Brantford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to exceptional patient care. As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive nursing care within the palliative program. This position offers opportunities for continuing education and a supportive work environment with a focus on wellness. With a commitment to equity and inclusion, the organization values each team member's contribution to building a healthier community. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Centralized Education Fund

HOOPP Pension Plan

Discounted onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Support 24/7

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of experience in Gerontology, Palliative, or Medical Nursing.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for comprehensive nursing care in the palliative program.
• Work collaboratively with inter-professional teams to provide patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Multitasking

Education

Graduate of an accredited college nursing program

Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse - Palliative & Medically Complex Care

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Exceptional Care–Exceptional People

The Brant Community Healthcare System is a two site Community Hospital located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario.

• The Brantford General is an acute care hospital
• The Willett in Paris is an urgent care centre and transitional beds
  
  

By choosing to work at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), you are joining an organization with more than 130 years of making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve throughout our communities. We value Care, Accountability, Respect and Equity, and we are working together to build a healthier community!

Why Choose BCHS?

• Centralized Education Fund – opportunities for continuing education and staff development.
• Various schedules available (e.g. 4 on 5 off for full time nurses)
• HOOPP Pension Plan
• Predictable work locations
• Discounted onsite parking (no shuttles or waiting lists)
• Support 24/7 – you’re not on your own (managers on call, physicians, allied health, and support staff).
• Wellness matters – our Employee Assistance program is free and confidential to all employees and family members.
• Ongoing infection and prevention control measures, education, appropriate PPE and support available to all employees.
  
  

Position Summary

Reporting to the Clinical Manager the successful applicant will be responsible for comprehensive nursing care in the palliative program and must meet the following criteria:

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited college nursing program
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
  
  

Mandatory Qualifications

• Current (2 years) experience in Gerontology, Palliative, Rehabilitation or Medical, Surgical Nursing
• Knowledge and understanding of Continuing Care reporting systems (CCR), Resident Assessment Instrument(RAI) and Minimum Data Set (MDS)
  
  

Mandatory Competencies

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a team focus
• Self-directed individual with the ability to work both independently and in partnership with members of the inter professional team
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development in nursing
• Creative problem solver with a solution focus and patient friendly approach
• Demonstrates commitment to exceptional customer service with patients, families, staff, colleagues and community partners
• Proven critical thinking skills
• Ability to multitask and set priorities in a rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to establish positive and proactive work relationships with external partners
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record
• Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.
  
  

Preferred Competencies

• Member of RPNAO
• Non Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate
• Able to perform venipuncture
• Ability to be a coach, teacher and mentor to colleagues and students
• Demonstrated competence in patient assessment and care planning
  
  

Accommodation

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous persons, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientation and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Brant Community Healthcare System is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

To ensure there is equal opportunity during the recruitment and selection process, please contact your Recruiter to discuss accommodation.

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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