REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN)
Job Posting #: 920765
Union: CUPE-TW
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: CIPP/DSU
Reports to: Clinical Manager
Hours: 22.5 hrs./week
Wage range: $30.75 - $31.43 per hour. Start rate determined in accordance with collective agreement requirements.
Status: Temporary Part-Time - 6 Month Contract
Shifts: Days (staggered start)/Evening/Saturdays
Posted Date: 6/8/2023
Closing Date: 6/15/2023 3:00PM
The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
Position Summary
As a member of the Comprehensive Integrated Pain Program/Day Surgery Unit nursing and multi-disciplinary team, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession.
Duties
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Contributing to the patient assessment process.
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Implementing patient care plan including performing and/or providing assistance that include a limited range of strategies and interventions.
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Collaborating with other members of the multi-disciplinary health care team.
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Acting as patient advocate; contributing to the smooth functioning of the department.
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Attending seminars and workshops to facilitate personal and professional growth.
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Performs the duties of the scrub nurse consistent with the job description as assigned.
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Performing other duties consistent with the job classification as assigned.
Qualifications
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Completion of college, or other approved Registered Practical Nursing program including practicum experience.
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Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) certification.
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Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse.
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3-5 years of recent Surgical experience.
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Recent Ambulatory Day Surgery experience and surgical admission experience required.
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Well developed conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts as they relate to patient population and an ability to articulate these concepts.
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Well developed clinical decision making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking.
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Very good verbal and written communication skills.
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Very good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
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Demonstrated ability to work as a team member.
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Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job.
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Ability to work under pressure.
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Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Why join UHN?
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. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
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Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
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Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
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A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
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Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
