Registered Practical Nurse

Registered Practical NursesTemporary Part-timeBlanche River Health Offers:EAP program, ‘perks’ program.A commitment to professional and personal development including an Education Bursary program.A commitment to employee wellness, including work-life balance.A commitment to a diverse, supportive, and equitable workplace.A commitment to a culture of safety and of mutual respect that is free from discrimination and harassment.Compensation & Benefits InformationRate of pay ranges from: $35.09 to $37.05, as per the SEIU-Service Collective Agreements.Eligibility to enrol in the HEALTHCARE OF ONTARIO PENSION PLAN (HOOPP). Please visit: https://hoopp.com/Percent in lieu of fringe benefits and vacation percent pay up to 18%, as per the SEIU-Service.**You may be eligible to receive 100% reimbursement of your tuition** For more information, please visit:http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/pro/programs/northernhealth/nursestuition.aspxJob Summary:The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for the application of the nursing process in planning and providing care for individuals, families or groups based on the Standards of Nursing Practice, within a total patient care delivery framework. He/she demonstrates critical thinking skills and sound decision making based on scientific principles in theory. Is responsible and accountable for all activities in which he/she engages.The Registered Practical Nurse will be assigned duties and responsibilities in line with the scope of practice determined by the College of Nurses of Ontario. Day-to-day assignments will be determined by the Resource Nurse/Charge Nurse. The RPN is responsible to quickly identify when the patient’s condition has gone beyond the scope of the RPNs practice or has unexpectedly changed to the RN for assessment.Requirements:Applicants must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing.Must possess a current B.C.L.S. Certificate.Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.Must be willing to be assigned to other nursing areas as required.Must be able to work with minimum supervision.Demonstrated ability to attend work promptly and regularly and to maintain same.Must illustrate superior customer service, telephone skills, demonstrate professionalism, courteous approach with the public and staff.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Must be able to work independently and collaboratively with all members of the health care team.Must maintain principles of confidentiality.Bilingualism (French and English) to be considered an asset.Other duties as assigned.Kirkland Lake - For more information regarding the town of Kirkland Lake please visit:https://www.discoverkl.ca/Englehart – For more information regarding the town of Englehart please visit:https://www.englehart.ca/Please apply by September 19, 2024.Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Blanche River Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.