Registered Practical Nurse, OH

Job Posting Information

This is a temporary position until approximately August 31, 2027.

About The Ottawa Hospital

The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada's largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions. At The Ottawa Hospital, we don't just serve our community, we belong to the community. That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community.

From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking innovative solutions to the most complex health care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision to provide each patient with the kind of care and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Position Description

Our Occupational Health team is looking for a Registered Practical Nurse to join their team!

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Running a clinic with booked visits and walk-ins;
• Provide first aid to staff injured at work;
• Provide initial work up for blood and body fluid exposures;
• Provide follow up with specialists as needed;
• Ensure all initial health assessments and needed immunizations are completed for all new hires;
• Provide TB testing and readings and follow up, assist with other department needs as they arise (ie: exposures, resp season);
• Follow-up with staff who have submitted Safety Learning System (SLS's).
  
  
  

Rotation/Shifts

4 days per week, 8 hour shifts

What You Will Bring

• Two (2) year Community College diploma in Practical Nursing;
• One (1) year of related experience;
• Registered with the College of Nurses (RPN);
• Knowledge of how to administer injections (IM, SC, intradermal);
• Knowledge of how to perform head to toe assessment;
• Knowledge of safe medication administration;
• Knowledge of nursing process;
• Basic first aid;
• Mental health first aid;
• Professional and respectful attitude;
• Ability to plan, prioritize, organize, implement, evaluate and problem-solve;
• Ability to participate as an active team member;
• Advanced communication skills;
• Ability to work independently;
• Advanced computer skills;
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety;
• Knowledge of WSIB and Ministry of Labour guidelines;
• Knowledge of Public Health Initiatives and Measures.
  
  
  

You will stand out with:

• Proficiency in English and French oral expression (level 4 - advanced) and comprehension (level 4 - advanced).
  
  
  

The Ottawa Hospital uses a 5-level language proficiency scale to define the required level of language skills in English and in French for positions at the Hospital, and to evaluate job candidate language skills. Language proficiency requirements are based on the nature of the position at the level of interaction with French and English speaking clients. Click here for additional information on The Ottawa Hospital's language proficiency levels.

What You Can Expect From Us

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world-class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services.

The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

Interested? Apply today!

If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading-edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient safety as we are, we would like to hear from you. Please submit an on-line application for the position you are interested in. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact TOHRecruitment@toh.ca