RPN, Rehabilitation

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. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. 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. New or Replacement Position: Replacement Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – University Centre Department: 5 South, Specialized Dementia Unit Wage Range: $38.01 -39.02 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement) Shifts: Days/Evenings/Nights Status: Casual The Toronto Rehabilitation Institute is looking for an RPN to work in the Specialized Dementia Unit, that is part of the Multi-System, MSK & Geriatric Rehabilitation Program at Toronto Rehab. The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) has expertise in a specialty, demonstrating knowledge and skill to effectively provide care to patients living with moderate to advanced dementia and appropriately manage the associated moderate to advanced behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia and promote quality of life. 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 ~ Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario ~ Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing ~ Current medication certificate and medical asepsis (if not included in diploma program) ~2-5 years experience in the care and management of patients with moderate to advanced dementia ~2-5 years experience in care and management of patients with moderate to advanced behaviours and psychological symptoms of dementia ~3
- 5 years experience in care of medically complex geriatric patients ~ Experience in Geriatric Psychiatry, Geriatric Medicine, or Geriatric Rehabilitation preferred ~ Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills ~ Member, Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO), preferred ~ Completion of Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care (GPA) training, preferred ~ Well-developed conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts as they relate to patient population and an ability to articulate these concepts. ~ 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 ~ Computer proficiency required 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. Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP A flexible work environment Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.