Registered Practical Nurse - Complex Continuing Care and Dialysis

Union: CUPE Number of Vacancies: 1 New or Replacement Position: Replacement Site: E.W. Bickle Centre - Toronto Rehabilitation Institute Department: Complex Continuing Care and Dialysis, South 3 Reports to: Program Services Manager Wage Range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Shifts: Days/Nights Status: Temporary Full Time (6 months) South 3 is a 34-bed General Medicine & Hemodialysis Complex Continuing Care (CCC) inpatient unit at the E.W. Bickle Centre on Dunn Ave. The Interprofessional team provides a broad range of care and 24/7 support to individuals who are unable to live independently as a result of chronic and complex health issues or traumatic injuries. South 3 has 12 Hemodialysis beds for CCC qualified patients who require Hemodialysis to manage their Chronic Kidney Disease. The patients travel 3 times a week to the Hemodialysis Unit located at 550 University Avenue to receive Hemodialysis. The Hemodialysis unit is operated by the UHN nephrology service.Provide education to patients and families regarding relevant deficits and related health promotion interventions Works effectively independently as well as collaboratively with inter-professional team Contributes to the care planning process and follows a designed plan of care Provides safe, competent care within Scope of Practice Actively participates in education/mentorship of RPN students and new staff Actively participates in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patientsMember in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing preferred Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program) Medical asepsis preferred (if not included in diploma program) Experience in Complex Continuing Care preferred Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada) Member, Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO), preferred Well developed conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts as they relate to patient population and an ability to articulate these concepts Well developed clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills Demonstrated ability to impart knowledge to students within the context of a teaching hospital Good knowledge of standards of nursing practice and applicable health care legislation Able to use computer software such as word, email and web applications or willing to pursue appropriate training in computer software Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursue ongoing professional development Good attendance required Must be proficient in EnglishWhy join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ ) Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application. UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.