Registered Practical Nurse - Float Team

About the role

The Registered Practical Nurse, Float Team provides care and resources to the nursing units within Stevenson Memorial Hospital. This position works in consultation with the RNs and other staff within the interdisciplinary team. This position will work on a variety of units, including but not limited to: Emergency, Medicine, and Obstetrics within the hospital. This position will provide excellent patient care to diverse acute medical patients through practicing in accordance within relevant legislation/standards, and meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and resources to multiple nursing units within the hospital
• Work across Emergency, Medicine, and Obstetrics units
• Deliver excellent patient care to diverse acute medical patients
• Practice in accordance with relevant legislation and standards
• Meet legal and ethical requirements of the nursing profession

Qualifications

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses (CNO) as a Registered Practical Nurse
• Current BCLS required
• Current ACLS or completion within three (3) months of hire (completion preferred)
• Two (2) years hospital nursing experience within the past three (3) years
• One (1) year experience in acute care
• Recent experience in Rehabilitation or Medicine would be an asset
• Recognized gerontology courses or advanced education would be an asset
• NRP preferred
• ENPC preferred
• Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) or equivalent preferred
• Certificate in Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) preferred
• Recent Medical/Surgical and Paediatric experience preferred
• Recent Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Experience preferred
• LEAP training preferred
• Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Gerontology certification preferred
• Completion of Coronary Care I preferred
• Competence in starting and maintaining IV’s (IV Certified)

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent assessment skills
• Problem solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Initiative and ability to function both independently and as an inter-professional team member in a fast-paced demanding environment
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public relations skills
• Understanding and compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients, family and staff
• Good working knowledge of Electronic Documentation
• Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Responsibility to work in a safe manner and promote health and safety in the workplace
• Appreciation and respect for protocol, professionalism and confidentiality
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) of Stevenson Memorial Hospital

Pay

$36.03 - $38.16 per hour

Schedule

Full-time position with availability to work weekdays, weekends, and all shifts (days, nights, 12 hours) to provide necessary patient care.