Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Surgical Department

Quinte Health; Belleville; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinte Health's Surgical Unit is seeking a dedicated nurse to care for a diverse patient mix including medical, surgical, and palliative care. With a nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1 and a 36-bed unit with two palliative suites, you will provide personalized care in a collaborative environment and have opportunities for career growth, including preceptor roles and wound care knowledge expansion.

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong time management, prioritization, and willingness to seek

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current CPR, BLS, or BCLS certificate.
• Minimum of 6 months working experience on a medical or surgical inpatient unit or final student placement on an inpatient surgical unit within the last year.
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload.
• Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care to assigned patients with predictable outcomes, utilizing specialized knowledge, skills and judgment.
• Responsible, and accountable, for the coordination and delivery of care within the framework of collaborative practice, consulting and collaborating with Registered Nurses, and other members of the health care team, as required.
• Demonstrates excellence in communication, patient-centered care, and teamwork/collaboration.
• Documents proficiently according to standards and Quinte Health policies.
• Participates in quality assurance and continuing education programs to ensure a high level of patient care and efficiencies in the delivery of care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Time management

Team collaboration

Nursing assessment

Prioritization

Education

RN registration with CNO

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Position Summary

Join Quinte Health's Surgical Unit as a dedicated nurse, where you'll engage with a diverse range of patients, spanning medical, surgical, and palliative care needs. With a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1, you'll have the opportunity to provide personalized care in a supportive environment. Our unit boasts 36 beds, including two specialized palliative care suites, ensuring comprehensive end-of-life support.

Position Summary

Join Quinte Health's Surgical Unit as a dedicated nurse, where you'll engage with a diverse range of patients, spanning medical, surgical, and palliative care needs. With a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1, you'll have the opportunity to provide personalized care in a supportive environment. Our unit boasts 36 beds, including two specialized palliative care suites, ensuring comprehensive end-of-life support. Opportunities for career growth abound within our unit, with pathways to various roles including preceptor roles and opportunities to expand your knowledge of wound care. Success on Quinte 4 requires strong time management skills, the ability to prioritize effectively, and a willingness to seek guidance from PCL staff when needed. Join our cohesive team, where mutual support and collaboration are paramount. Make a difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career in a dynamic and fulfilling healthcare environment.

Required

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current CPR, BLS, or BCLS certificate.
• Minimum of 6 months working experience on a medical or surgical inpatient unit or final student placement on an inpatient surgical unit within the last year.
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) available to review).
• Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check.

Duties

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care to assigned patients with predictable outcomes, utilizing specialized knowledge, skills and judgment.
• Responsible, and accountable, for the coordination and delivery of care within the framework of collaborative practice, consulting and collaborating with Registered Nurses, and other members of the health care team, as required.
• Demonstrates excellence in communication, patient-centered care, and teamwork/collaboration.
• Documents proficiently according to standards and Quinte Health policies.
• Participates in quality assurance and continuing education programs to ensure a high level of patient care and efficiencies in the delivery of care.
• Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health, guided by our core values of Imagine It's You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together, our family of four hospitals holds a central role in the mission to enhance lives and foster healthier communities. We operate as a cohesive team, uniting all our hospitals, to deliver local and regional healthcare services. In partnership with our communities, we strive to improve access to high-quality care, right in their own neighborhoods. Our sense of fulfillment is deeply rooted in the impactful work we do, a sentiment shared by our dynamic teams of staff, dedicated physicians, and committed volunteers. They not only care passionately for our patients but also for each other, embodying our core values at every turn. We don't just serve our communities, we actively contribute to them. Quinte Health is woven into the fabric of our local landscape, with our team members residing, raising their families, and often retiring right here in the communities they cherish. We are on a constant lookout for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. Our diverse array of exciting roles encompasses positions that span multiple hospitals, as well as opportunities situated within a single hospital. Join us as we live out our values in providing exceptional healthcare close to home.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength

• Required Occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds.

Mobility

• Required Constantly – standing.
• Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping.
• Required Occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling, and
• Required Rarely – balancing, climbing.

Dexterity

• Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion.
• Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down).
• Required Rarely – foot action.

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or