Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Transitional Care Unit (TCU)

Quinte Health; Belleville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health organization located in Belleville, Ontario, is seeking a practical nurse for their Transitional Care Unit. Ideal candidates will possess a diploma in practical nursing and registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Responsibilities include direct patient care and collaboration with healthcare professionals in a nurturing environment. This role offers opportunities for personal development, free on-site parking, and benefits including health and dental plans, making it an excellent choice for dedicated professionals eager to grow in their careers.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

HOOPP Pension enrollment

Health and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Registered practical nurse eligible for Ontario registration.
• Effective team player with great communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within an interprofessional environment.
• Teach and coach patients and families regarding their care.
• Maintain nursing records as per standards.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Education

Diploma or degree in Practical Nursing

Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Tools

Current CPR, BLS, or BCLS

Job description

Overview

Are you a practical nurse looking for a new opportunity? Look no further than Quinte Health's offsite location, the Transitional Care Unit (TCU). Our 24-bed facility prides itself on providing exceptional care to our patients in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a dedicated and small team of healthcare professionals who are committed to providing the best care possible. You'll also have the chance to grow and develop your practical nursing skills, with access to a variety of professional development opportunities throughout your time with us.

As a practical nurse within the TCU, you'll be responsible for providing direct patient care, collaborating with nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals, and ensuring that each patient's needs are met to the best of your ability. You will have a chance to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals you provide transitional care to, helping them navigate the challenges that come with aging and illness.

If you're passionate about patient care, eager to learn and grow in your career, and excited about the prospect of working with a small, dedicated team, then we want to hear from you. Don’t miss this opportunity to launch your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Benefits include free on-site parking, availability to enroll in HOOPP Pension and access to health and dental benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Practical Nursing.
• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario or eligibility to register.
• Current CPR, BLS, or BCLS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Duties

• Provision of care for patients within an interprofessional environment, including assessment, treatment, teaching and education.
• Performs acts requiring specialized knowledge, skills and judgement necessary for care of acute medical patients.
• Teaching and coaching to patients and families.
• Maintains nursing records in accordance with College of Nurses Standards.
• Practicing in compliance with provincial legislation, hospital policy and procedures, professional regulatory standards and best practices within the nursing profession.
• Maintaining professional competence by completing regular professional development including annual training and education as indicated.
• Participates in unit/dept. and hospital quality improvement initiatives.
• Adheres to a safe and healthy workplace and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, use of established mechanisms for injuries and hazards and adheres to health and safety related policy and procedures.
• Adapts and adheres to the values of QHC while promoting and advocating for an enhanced patient experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Belleville General Hospital (BGH) sits on the shore of the stunning Bay of Quinte. The City of Belleville features a mix of small-town charm and big-city amenities. It is a growing city, with exciting culinary experiences, sheltered waterways for boating and ice fishing, fun festivals and entertainment, beautiful trails and golf courses, a popular farmer’s market, unique shops and services, as well as popular big box and large-scale retail.

Belleville General Hospital is the largest of Quinte Health’s hospitals, with two medicine units, critical care (ICU), a lively emergency department, a wide range of surgical and diagnostic services, a busy maternal child unit, a children’s treatment centre, inpatient and outpatient stroke and rehabilitation care, inpatient and outpatient mental health services, and the regional Dr. Douglas A. MacIntosh Cancer Clinic. BGH works closely with the other three Quinte Health hospital teams, as well as regional and provincial health centres to serve our communities.

Working at Belleville General Hospital provides countless opportunities for growth and experiential learning. The inter-professional environment is supportive, friendly and nurturing, with an infusion of new staff learning from seasoned, knowledgeable colleagues. You feel a real sense of teamwork, energy and enthusiasm in the air at BGH, and an overwhelming desire to make a difference.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength

• Required Sporadically – average under 30 pounds lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling.
• Required in extreme emergency – 100 pounds.

Mobility

• Required Often – standing.
• Required Frequently – sitting, walking, on hard floor surface.
• Required Occasionally - stooping, lateral bending, foot activation, kneeling, bending.
• Required Rarely - crouching, squatting.

Dexterity

• Required Frequently – both hands for reaching, reaching above shoulder, fine finger movement, foot action, pinching, gripping/grasping, and eye/hand coordination.

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 Freedoms 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