Registered Practical Nurse

Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre • Barrie, ON, CA • 4d ago

Job Description:

The Obstetrics Unit assists new families following the birth of their baby by educating them on how to care for both mother and baby which prepares them to be discharged home. This unit also provides care for undelivered mothers who encounter complications in their pregnancy and require hospitalization.

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 interprofessional model of care