Casual Registered Practical Nurses (Diploma)

Casual Registered Practical Nurses (Diploma)

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File No: OP-23-30
Date Posted: February 13, 2023
Closing Date: Until Filled
Location: Various Community Residences
Hours of Work: Call in hours – no mimimum guarantee
Wage: Hourly: $31.00

POSITION: The RPN establishes, monitors and delivers nursing care to individuals in a home setting as per the collaborative care plan and in accordance with all required internal and external professional practice standards. As required, provides support and direction to Unlicensed/ Unregistered employees involved in direct care.

DUTIES:

Provides care and supports according to the established care plan in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, and within the scope of practice of a Registered Practical Nurse;
Competently demonstrates knowledge, judgement, and skill when preforming delegated nursing acts/procedures;
Observes and documents client conditions and changes following proper standards and in accordance with professional and organizational standards;
Assesses individual needs, collects and compiles data, identifies problems, develops, communicates, implements and evaluates care plans;
Works closely with interdisciplinary team members internally and externally in the development, implementation and monitoring of transitional care and best practices;
Understands and implements infection control practices;
Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities;
Performs other related duties as assigned.

For the complete position description please contact Human Resources through careers@ongwanada.com

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Registered Practical Nursing Diploma; Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
Demonstrated clinical competencies; Critical thinking and analytical skills;
Decision making skills; Positive interpersonal skills;
Previous experience in community care sector;
Must successfully complete and maintain certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as per Ongwanada policies;
Must possess and maintain a valid G Driving License with full driving privileges;
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written;
Current CPR certification;