Job Description:

The Medicine Float RPN provides skilled, patient-centered nursing care across multiple units within the Medicine Program, including the Medicine Short Stay Unit, Medicine Inpatient, Transitional Care Unit, Integrated Stroke and Rehab, and Respiratory Inpatient. The healthcare team consists of physicians, registered nurses, registered practical nurses, patient care assistants, dietitians, pharmacists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, a discharge planner, social worker, a respiratory therapist, a speech language pathologist, a chaplain, unit clerks, and volunteers. Each member has a specific role to play to ensure optimal health and seamless transitions. They strive to provide exceptional care to each patient and family. As the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) you are a professional caregiver who is responsible and accountable for providing quality patient care within a delivery model in accordance with the organizational philosophy, policies and standards of care of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, the College of Nurses (CNO), and all relevant legislation.

As a qualified candidate you will have the following job requirements:

• Registered Practical Nursing Diploma or equivalent education to practice at full scope

• Completion of recognized Medication Administration Course

• Current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario

• Current BCLS

• Sound knowledge of nursing process and responsibilities of profession

• Membership in professional association specific to nursing service area

• Functions independently within scope of practice

• Computer literacy in current software applications

You will be an ideal candidate for this position if you have:

• Sound problem solving, communications (oral and written), conflict resolution and decision making skills

• Excellent organizational skills

• Demonstrated commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others

• Demonstrated commitment to the concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service

• Ability to learn about, from and with other members of the patient care team to foster a strong inter-professional model of care