Registered Practical Nurse

As a member of the health care team, the Registered Practical Nurse in collaboration with the charge RN, provides safe and competent nursing care according to the job description and standards of practice for a Registered Practice Nurse in the Obstetrics and Women’s Health Unit.

1. Current Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses as a Registered Practical Nurse
2. Current B.C.L.S. required
3. Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) Certificate
4. Breastfeeding Certificate Program (or equivalent)
5. Maternal Newborn Nursing Certificate (Perinatal 1&2 course) completed or in progress
6. Recent obstetrical experience including, post-partum care, care of newborn and experience assisting with breast feeding
7. Recent experience caring for women and their families, post-operatively in all aspects of Women’s Health
8. Demonstrated ability to interact with patients, families, and co-workers in an effective, professional, positive caring manner.
9. Demonstrated proficiency in working with patients, families, peers, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams in a effective, professional, caring manner
10. Demonstrated excellent problem-solving and communication skills, both written and verbal
11. Demonstrated leadership ability and organizational skills, ongoing professional development
12. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team