Title: Registered Practical Nurse

Department: Cystoscopy HDH

Position Number: 50065035

Hours of Work: TemporaryPart-Time Position (Approximately 14 months); Day Shifts

Pay Range: Band-R $34.44 per hour

Union: CUPE
Location: Hotel Dieu Hospital Site

PRIMARY DUTIES:

The Registered Practical Nurse provides services in a manner consistent with the Kingston Health Sciences Centre’s (Hotel Dieu Hospital Site) Mission, Vision and Values and that reflects the core values of Patient and Family Centred Care (dignity, respect, information sharing, participation, and collaboration); practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and ethical values as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario; is accountable and responsible for the identification of knowledge and skills necessary to achieve competency within a given scope of practice; is able to demonstrate competencies that are essential for the delivery of safe and effective client care; applies an unique set of skills and knowledge in the provision of family focused care in an environment that promotes autonomy in nursing practice and practices in an environment that emphasizes certain nursing competencies such as patient assessment, priority setting, emergency care and treatment, crisis intervention and patient and family education; works as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the Children’s Outpatient Clinic; collaborates and communicates effectively with clients, families and all members of the health care team of multidisciplinary professionals and support personnel; participates in service and hospital wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy patient-centred environment and that contribute to quality improvement and risk management initiatives.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

Patient/Family Care - The RPN, as a member of the interdisciplinary team, and using the best available evidence, will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the nursing care delivered to moderately acute/complex patients and families with predictable outcomes, identifying expected outcomes of specific interventions and modifying the plan of care, accordingly.

Team Relationships- The RPN is an integral part of the interdisciplinary team who collaborates with all team members about patient needs. Contributes to the overall functioning of the care team/unit/program. Collaborates with team members to ensure continuity of patient care of moderately acute/complex patients including participation in rounds/report.

Quality Improvement **-**The RPN is involved in quality improvement initiatives, to meet the needs of our patients, families and groups. Identifies opportunities for improvement related to safe patient care and service delivery.

Professional Development/Accountability - The RPN is responsible and accountable to identify and respond to personal professional development needs and opportunities. Maintains membership in appropriate professional organizations.

Organizational Responsibilities - The RPN supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of the organization.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a diploma Registered Practical Nurse program from a Community College.

• A member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario or eligible for and seeking registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the CNO standards that apply to the RPN scope of practice in the area of hire.

• Excellent organization and communications skills.

• Sound problem solving, conflict resolution and decision making skills.

• Ability to function independently within scope of practice.

• Basic computer skills.

• Ability to cope with stressful work environment.

• Proven ability to attend work regularly.

• Satisfactory criminal reference check required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The applicant must be able to meet the physical demands of this position.

KHSC is located on the ancestral lands and waters of the Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee and serves a wider geographical area that encompasses many Indigenous communities including Tyendinaga, Katarokwi, as well as communities within the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. As we partner in care, discovery, and learning to achieve better health outcomes for our communities, KHSC is committed to actively advocating for and acting upon the Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s Calls to Action on Health.

KHSC is committed to recruitment practices that support and contribute to building a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome all applications from women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, persons in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and members of other equity deserving groups.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Kingston Health Sciences Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please notify the Recruitment Team.