Graduate of a CNO-approved Practical Nursing (PN) program
Currently registered as an RPN in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
Preferred: Physical assessment course
Preferred: Experience with electronic health record (EHR) and clinical documentation
Responsibilities
Practice independently within the RPN scope, adhering to CNO standards
Identify changing patient needs and collaborate with the healthcare team
Monitor and document clinical care plans and outcomes
Mentor learners and peers in a supportive environment
Provide health education to patients and families
Assess patients' spiritual, cultural, and psychosocial needs
Ensure comprehensive documentation of care and evaluations
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a Complex Medical & Palliative Care department
Engagement in mentoring and educational roles
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
Temporary full-time position with potential for career growth
Flexible rotation between day and evening shifts
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Registered Practical Nurse to support our Complex Medical & Palliative Care department.
In this role you will:
Practice independently and accountably within the RPN scope of practice, adhering to CNO standards and Sinai Health policies
Identify changing patient needs to initiate timely consultation and collaboration with Registered Nurses and the wider interprofessional team
Monitor and document the progress of clinical care plans and outcomes, adjusting strategies as needed to optimize treatment goals and patient safety
Participate in the mentoring of learners, peers and other regulated and unregulated health professionals
Provide health education to patients and their families using effective teaching strategies
Assess spiritual, cultural and psychosocial needs of patients
Provide comprehensive and accurate documentation of assessments, care provision, and evaluations
Collaborate with the patient, significant others and multidisciplinary team in the provision of care
Provide comprehensive and accurate documentation of assessments, care provision, evaluations, discharge and transition planning
Perform other duties consistent with the job classification as required
Job Requirements: Mandatory
Graduate of a CNO-approved Practical Nursing (PN) program
Currently registered as an RPN and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
Preferred
Physical assessment course
Experience with electronic health record (EHR) and clinical documentation
Skills and Knowledge
Excellent health and clinical assessment skills
Demonstrated ability to build therapeutic relationships and provide patient-focused care
Effective time-management and organizational skills
Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
Strong collaboration skills to build professional relationships and support integration with health care team
Computer proficiency and/or basic to intermediate Microsoft Office (Word and Outlook) skills
Communication skills including active listening, conflict resolution and relational practice
Demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated satisfactory job performance and attendance history required
If this sounds like you and you feel ready to build your career within health care apply now and let us know why you'd be a great addition to our team.
Job Type: Temporary Full-Time (up to 7 months)
Rotation: Day/Evening
Salary: Minimum - $38.518/hour; Maximum - $39.799/hour
Vacancy Type: New/Replacement Vacancy
Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.
