Queen Square Family Health Team (QSFHT) provides accessible, equitable, patient-centred primary care to its local community. A talented, interdisciplinary team works collaboratively with Queen Square Doctors, and together, we serve 35,000 patients annually. We offer a wide range of programs and services including diabetes care, seniors’ wellness, palliative care support, mental health, maternal and children’s health and gender affirming care. QSFHT is a dynamic organization meeting the community’s needs. We are a founding member of the Central West Ontario Health Team. We are proud of our continuing role in the health system as active seekers and participants in collaborations and partnerships that serve the diverse needs of our patients, clients, and team members.
We are seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) on a full time basis to support patient care delivery and the implementation of programs that will optimize the health of our patients. Reporting to the Manager of Nursing Services, this position will work alongside the family doctor's practice as well as support other nursing programs such as diabetic clinics, flu shot administration and general patient procedures within the scope on an RPN.
QSFHT is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from Black, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, Persons of Colour, Women, Persons with Disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ Persons, and/or others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Our model is patient-centred and focused on providing care that is accessible to all, as such some coverage in the evenings or weekends may be expected.
Responsibilities
The QSFHT nursing team provides holistic, evidence-based, culturally appropriate, patient-centred quality care in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards.As a registered and licensed Registered Practical Nurse, you will:
· Organize patient care activities while working collaboratively with patients, families, and the inter-professional team.
· Collaborate with appropriate team members related to patient care needs
· Provide health education using effective teaching strategies that consider the patient / family’s learning needs, readiness, and motivation to learn and support patients as they strive to achieve the highest possible level of health
· Establish and maintain respectful, collaborative, therapeutic and inter-professional relationships within and across the FHT / programs (and others in the circle of care)
· Exercise reasonable care and caution in protecting confidential and sensitive information related to patients and personnel
· Embrace change that leads to improved nursing practice and better patient outcomes
· Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager of Nursing Services, Medical Director and/or CEO
As a member of the Queen Square Family Health Team, you will:
· Identify opportunities to improve patient care services and programs
· Contribute to the overall success of the Family Health Team
· Identify and be involved in quality improvement activities, including the collection of data for measurement, reporting and evaluation
· Participate in team building and team meetings
· Support and contribute to a healthy workplace that embraces lifelong learning, diversity, clinical teamwork, privacy, and adherence to professional standards of practice
Qualifications
· RPN license from College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing
· Recent related nursing experience; prefer two years of working experience in a primary care setting or hospital-based clinical team
· Up-to-date BCLS/CPR/First aid
· Proof of professional liability insurance
· Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team
· Comfortable with electronic documentation and use of technology in the workplace
Skills
· Strong written and oral communication skills
· Confidence to practice independently within scope of practice
· Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
· Strong clinical decision making
· Recognize the value and can work effectively in a collaborative team environment
· Previous experience providing gender affirming care is an asset
Queen Square Family Health Team offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental benefits and is a participating employer of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). We also offer an attractive and rewarding work environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.00-$31.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Brampton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Primary Care (family practice): 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- RPN license from CNO in good standing (required)
Work Location: In person
