RPN-LPN - Cadet Camp Blackdown

Bayshore HealthCare; Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated nursing professionals for a short-term role at Cadet Camp Blackdown. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide essential healthcare services to youth while adhering to strict safety and quality standards. As part of a collaborative team, you will perform vital nursing duties, engage in health education, and contribute to the overall well-being of patients. Ideal candidates will possess strong nursing skills, a commitment to quality care, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those who serve our country.

Benefits

Rations and quarters available if required

Quality improvement activities participation

Health & Safety initiatives

Qualifications

• Must have RN certification and complete PRC/VSS for youth work.
• Experience in triage and patient assessments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing interventions and triage assessments during walk-in hours.
• Administer medication and monitor patient progress.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Patient care

Medication administration

Infection control

Health education

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) certification

Police Records Check (PRC)

Job description

Cadet Camp Blackdown - Job Description

Duration: 19 June - 20 August. Short-term employment with full and part-time hours available.

Rations and quarters may be available if required. Language: English.

It is an honor to provide healthcare services for those who have served, and to those who continue to serve our country.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform within defined scope of practice in accordance with the regulatory organization in the province of work.
2. Perform triage assessments during walk-in hours and patient assessments, including medical or incident history and physical examinations.
3. Perform nursing interventions such as taking vital signs, applying aseptic techniques including sterile dressing, ensuring infection control, and conducting specimen collection.
4. Develop a nursing care plan based on assessment results and refer to a physician or other healthcare provider.
5. Administer medication as per doctor’s orders and provincial scope of practice; observe and document therapeutic effects.
6. Complete nursing documentation immediately after each patient interaction.
7. Communicate any changes or abnormal findings in the patient’s status or condition to the senior clinician. Abnormal is defined as any deviation from the norm, average, or expected.
8. Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections and wound care.
9. Administer and monitor respiratory and intravenous therapies.
10. Monitor patient progress, evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions, and provide health education to patients.
11. Perform administrative tasks including responding to patient queries, preparing medical files for healthcare providers, and returning medical files to the health record department.
12. Assist physicians or other healthcare providers with treatments and procedures.
13. Act as the point of contact for care coordination, responses, information requests, and patient inquiries in the specialty clinic.
14. Monitor medical supplies and inventory, including ordering and replenishing.
15. Clean all patient care areas between patients.
16. Clean, sterilize, and package surgical instruments.
17. Perform other tasks relevant to this occupational group.

Additional Responsibilities

• Adhere to Bayshore policies and procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and initiatives in line with the company's Quality Management System.
• Engage in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing duties.
• Notify immediate supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
• Complete accident reports for any injuries within 24 hours.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information, discussing it only with appropriate Bayshore personnel.

Must successfully complete the Police Records Check (PRC)/Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) process, as these are mandatory for working with youth.