RPN Palliative Care Nurse — Compassionate Team Player

Providence Healthcare; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The RPN will use knowledge, communication, leadership and decision-making to meet health needs and will be accountable for professional actions and development, within Providence Healthcare policies and Ontario standards.

Qualifications

• Practical Nursing Diploma required.
• Good and effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Current BCLS certification and a good attendance/performance record.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan nursing care in collaboration with the RN and inter-professional team.
• Care for patient/client and family with safety, respect, and advocacy.
• Document timely and accurately per Ontario College of Nurses standards and Providence Healthcare policies.
• Transcribe orders and support data entry with the care team.
• Identify priorities and goals with the RN to support individualized care plans.
• Promote independence and participation in activities of daily living and rehabilitation.

Skills

Good communication

Verbal and written communication

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

Current BCLS certification

Job description

The RPN will use knowledge, communication, leadership and decision-making to meet health needs and will be accountable for professional actions and development, within Providence Healthcare policies and Ontario standards.