CUPE

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse

Status: Regular Part Time

Department: Operating Room - Bowmanville

Program: Surgical Program

Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Bowmanville

Wage Schedule: $36.950 - $39.020 per hour

CUPE 2600001730

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

Duties And Responsibilities

To use nursing process in providing patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain nursing records. To perform as a member of the surgical team, including perioperative role and in all services. To perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario; Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college; Successful completion of the Operating Room Technician course from an approved program within three years with combined experience; Registered Practical Nurse with current Ontario Certificate of Competence; Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CON; Current B.C.L.S. Heart and Stroke Foundation Standards; Aseptic Technique course required; Proven to have good technical operating room skills that adhere to AORN/ORNAC standards of practice for a scrub nurse role; Proven organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving and teaching skills; Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete assignments adhering to the Operating Room standards of practice for an RPN in a scrub nurse role; Proven ability to lead peers and educate peers in perioperative nursing skills; Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills; Proven Knowledge of care and maintenance of specialized OR equipment; Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations; Ability to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids; Must be able to meet the expected flexibility in scheduling in an Operating Room setting and have the ability to work all three shifts in order to meet patient care needs in the Operating Room setting; and Evidence of continuing education related to the position. Must have satisfactory performance record; Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.