RPN, Medicine/Complex Continuing Care, Regular Part-Time x2, Stratford

POSTING DATE: November 4, 2024                                                                         POSTING #477-24 (CUPE Service)

 

HURON PERTH HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE 

NOTICE OF VACANCY

 

POSITION: REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE 

Medicine/Complex Continuing Care Unit 

Primary Site: Stratford

Regular Part-Time x2

(Shifts: 12-hour shifts, 7 day/week coverage, may be subject to change)

 

REPORTS TO: Manager, Inpatient/Outpatient Medicine 

 

DATE REQUIRED: As soon as possible

 

SALARY: $35.99 to $38.16 per hour

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

- Current BLS Certification

 

EXPERIENCE:

- Minimum of two (2) years recent nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred with the ability to work to full scope of practice as defined by the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance 

- Recent clinical experience (minimum two years) in Medicine/Complex Continuing Care Nursing

- Recent/related courses, in-services in Medicine/Complex Continue Care Nursing 

 

SKILLS/ABILITIES

- Ability to plan, organize and exercise effective decision making

- Excellent critical thinking, communication and problem solving skills

- Ability to prioritize and function both independently and interdependently with the inter-professional care team

- Ability to engage patient and family partners in patient education related to the Medicine/CCC setting

- Evidence of ongoing professional development and continuing education

- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position

- Working knowledge of or the ability to quickly comprehend the Meditech Information System and personal computer applications

- Knowledge of Senior Friendly Hospital Initiatives and their application in the clinical setting

- Excellent physical assessment skills

 

Required Learning:

- Completion of IV Therapy Initiation and IV Therapy Discontinuation course

 

Preferred Learning:

- Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Training

- Physical Intellectual Emotional Capabilities Environment Social (P.I.E.C.E.S.)

- Palliative Care Level 1 & 2

 

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED

 

**Applicants may be eligible for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness and Tuition Support Program for Nurses programs**

 

Please be advised that we are no longer accepting emailed or paper-based resumes. Please submit a complete resume by visiting our job opportunities page on our website: www.hpha.ca

 

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance requires that all staff have received all required doses of COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

 

The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive workplace. HPHA is committed to creating an environment where all staff, physicians, volunteers and patients see themselves reflected in the workforce, physical surroundings and the broader community, and where everyone feels safe, valued and free to be who they are while receiving fair and equitable supports and opportunities. Upon individual requests, attempts will be made to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.