Registered Practical Nurse

1 month ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada University Health Network Full time
Job Summary

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) required to provide education to patients and families, work collaboratively with inter-professional teams, and contribute to care planning and patient safety.

Job Description

As a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) at the University Health Network, you will be part of a dynamic team providing high-quality patient care in a rehabilitation setting. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing education to patients and families regarding relevant deficits and related health promotion interventions
  • Working effectively independently and collaboratively with inter-professional teams
  • Contributing to the care planning process and following a designed plan of care
  • Providing safe, competent care within the scope of practice
  • Actively participating in education/mentorship of RPN students and new staff
  • Actively participating in professional, program, and hospital-wide initiatives
  • Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies, and procedures
Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario (General Certificate) and membership in good standing
  • Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing (preferred)
  • Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada)
  • Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills
  • Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program)
  • Medical asepsis (if not included in diploma program) (preferred)
  • Recent experience in rehabilitation nursing care of neurological patient populations
  • Experience providing care to patients who require trach care, suctioning, tube feeding, and bowel and bladder management
  • Familiarity with principles of rehabilitation and practice implications
  • Ability to assess and care for patients with multiple medical needs
  • Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and monitor clinical status and intervene appropriately with changes in clinical status
  • Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe behavioural dysfunction, including engagement and re-direction
  • Ability to recognize changes in behaviour and follow prescribed behavioural management strategies
  • Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe cognitive and physical impairment
  • Knowledge of standards of practice and applicable healthcare legislation
  • Computer proficiency (required or willing to pursue appropriate computer training)
About the University Health Network

The University Health Network (UHN) is a leading academic health sciences centre in Canada, comprising Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, and the Michener Institute of Education. With a long tradition of groundbreaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery, and learning", UHN brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

Why Work at UHN?

As a Registered Practical Nurse at UHN, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks, including:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
  • Wellness services and offerings
  • Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts)
What We Offer

As a Registered Practical Nurse at UHN, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, with access to ongoing education and professional development opportunities. You will be part of a team that is committed to providing high-quality patient care and making a positive impact in the lives of our patients and their families.



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