Position: Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), GABU

Department: Geriatric Assessment Behaviour Unit (GABU)

Position Status: Part Time Permanent

Temporary Contract End Date: N/A

Union: CUPE

Number of Positions: 1

Location: On site

Language: English

The PRHC Difference:

Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.

With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.

PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers

As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.

PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.

Top Benefits and Perks:

• • Vacation and Benefits
  • Pension program with matching employer contribution
  • Health and Wellness programs (gym and yoga memberships, travel discounts, etc.)
  • Learning fund for educational development
• HOURS OF WORK:
• The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.
• Type of Shifts: All shifts - Days, Nights, Weekends & Holidays
• WHAT YOU’LL DO:
• The RPN as one of the providers of the GABU health care team on the GABU unit, has a unique role in care; promoting wellness and health, in preventing illness and responsive behaviour. The RPN in helping attain and maintain the highest level of health possible in situations in which their condition is relatively stable, less complex and the outcomes of care are predictable. They practice and provide care in accordance with the Professional Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
• · Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• · Current BCLS
• · Demonstrated extensive knowledge working with individuals with various types of dementia, delirium, mental health concerns and addictions, and other neurological conditions, and those who experience a behaviour change.
• · Enhanced knowledge of family and caregiver needs who can best be served by a behavioural support system.
• · Training/knowledge of Gentle Persuasion Approach (GPA), P.I.E.C.E.S. TM, U-First!. Montessori for Dementia, Recovery/psychosocial rehabilitation preferred or willingness to receive training.
• · Previous experience or willingness to train for MDS data tracking/RAI and care planning functions.
• · Current clinical practice in mental health, geriatrics or LTC preferred
• · Courses in Gerontology, Behavioural Management, Conflict Resolution, Mental Health and or neurology preferred
• WHO YOU ARE:
• · Added Nursing Skills - Venipuncture, IV initiation, medication, CVADs, insert, set-up and maintain G-tubes, insert catheters and performs manual irrigations, initiates and maintains CADD and Hickman lines.
• · Demonstrated person and caregiver focused care and supported by best evidence based clinical practices
• · Good understanding of non-pharmacological and therapeutic behavioural approaches
• · Good understanding of pharmacological agents, and their interactions, that are used to manage conditions that have behavioural components along the disease continuum
• · Demonstrated trouble shooting and problem solving approach relative to behavioural exacerbations
• · Excellent assessment skills.
• · Demonstrated ability in planning and coordination of care and resources for residents/clients.
• · Excellent verbal communication and documentation skills.
• · Good critical thinking skills for the early detection, intervention and prevention of responsive behaviours
• · Good conflict resolution skills.
• · Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with patients/families, staff, physicians and the community.
• · Demonstrated enthusiasm, flexibility and ability to cope with change in previous/present work experience.
• · Commitment to change management
• · Ability to demonstrate leadership skills including facilitation, coaching, mentoring and adult learning skills.
• · Demonstrated effectiveness working with minimal supervision with proven reliability and trustworthiness
• · Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• · Ability to meet physical demands and safety conditions
• · Demonstrated ability to work toward the achievement of goals and objectives, and initiate appropriate revisions when necessary.
• · Demonstrated ability to be flexible and handle multiple demands at a time.
• · Demonstrates good planning and organizational skills.
• · Demonstrated effectiveness as a team member through collaboration, respect and effective communication skills in interacting with patients, family members and other members of the inter-professional care teams including community and primary care team members,
• · Demonstrated commitment to continuing education.
• · Good computer skills - Meditech, RUGS, Intranet, Epic
• · Proven good attendance record, organizing and prioritizing work effectively and emergency management effectiveness
• OUR COMMITMENT:
• At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.
• We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of all equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, black, racialized, women, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. Even if your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification on this position, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for another role within our organization.
• Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.
• Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.