Registered Practical Nurse - Talent Pool (E.W. Bickle Centre)

University Health Network; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join their talented team. This role involves supporting nursing care and participating in an inter-professional care team to create a safe environment for patients. You will have the opportunity to plan and evaluate nursing care, mentor students, and engage in professional development within a supportive and dynamic organization. With a commitment to patient safety and a collaborative approach, this position offers a fulfilling career path in one of Canada's top hospitals. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive offer packages

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development and promotions

Corporate discounts (travel, restaurants, parking, etc.)

On-site gyms

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized program preferred.
• Experience in Complex Continuing Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate nursing care for patients within RPN scope.
• Participate in inter-professional care planning and family conferences.
• Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff.

Skills

Clinical decision-making skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking

Health assessment skills

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Health assessment course

Tools

Computer software (Word, Email, Web applications)

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse - Talent Pool (E.W. Bickle Centre)

• Full-time
• Department: Complex Continuing Care

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Position Summary

As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will support nursing care and participate in the inter-professional care team to create a safe environment for patients.

Duties

• Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice in the context of an interdisciplinary practice.
• Use current theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients and families.
• Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds, and family conferences.
• Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff on the unit.
• Participate in professional, program, and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self.
• Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies, and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

Minimum Requirements

• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing preferred.
• Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program).
• Medical asepsis preferred (if not included in diploma program).
• Experience in Complex Continuing Care preferred.
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada).
• Member, Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO), preferred.
• Well developed conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts as they relate to patient population and an ability to articulate these concepts.
• Well developed clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving, and critical thinking.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to impart knowledge to students within the context of a teaching hospital.
• Good knowledge of standards of nursing practice and applicable health care legislation.
• Able to use computer software such as word, email, and web applications or willing to pursue appropriate training in computer software.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for ongoing professional development.
• Must be proficient in English.
• Completion of a health assessment/physical assessment course from an accredited college or university in the past 2 to 3 years (or equivalent) required; qualified internal applicants, if currently enrolled in a health assessment/physical assessment course, the course must be successfully completed before January 1, 2023.
• Recent health assessment course required.
• Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills.

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages.
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service.
• A flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization.
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.).

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate, or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.