Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Part-Time

Key Responsibilities:   As a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) you will support PCH residents by assuming the following responsibilities:   Community Driven:   Establishes and maintains good interpersonal relations with colleagues, residents, families, volunteers, and the community   Caring Service:   Collaborates with other members of the care team Assumes responsibility for medication administration, narcotic control, removal of discontinued, unused, or expired medication, application of treatments and dressings, transcription of Physician orders, reordering of medications, preparation and other skills Promotes the PCH's philosophy of care Promotes and supports the Resident’s Bill of Rights Completes other duties as assigned   Professionalism:   Is accountable to the Nursing leadership team for providing nursing care and clinical intervention for the care and services delivered to the Residents on the assigned RHA Functions in accordance with Guidelines for Ethical Behaviour in Nursing Participates in the Home Area programs (e.g. Occupational Health and Safety Program, Quality Monitoring and Analysis Program, and Fire Safety). Promotes a co-operative working environment   Innovative Approaches:   Demonstrates a commitment to the Mission, Vision, and Values of PCH Provides input to the development and revision of Personal Care policies and procedures and communicates changes to staff Facilitates team building and promotes change and innovative ideas Uses scientific knowledge in a systematic approach to identifying problems and in problem solving Seeks out opportunities to maintain competency and to continuously learn, taking an active role in continuous quality improvement   Qualifications:    Post-graduate studies in Geriatrics and Nursing Administration is an asset Current certification of competence of the College of Nurses of Ontario Current Medication Certificate which meets the College of Nurses Standards of Practice One year experience in a long-term care facility with knowledge and interest in gerontology Members R.P.N.A.O./R.N.A.O./Gerontological Nursing Association preferred Applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check   Job Requirements: Member of CNO with Active RPN License Valid First Aid & CPR Certification Must present a clear Vulnerable Sector Check (completed in the last 6 months) Completed 2-Step TB Test Must be available to work weekends and statutory holidays   Hourly Wage: $33.00/hour - $35.00/hour