Registered Practical Nurse - Progressive and Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit

Job summary

Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice, collaborating with the interprofessional team on care planning, rounds, and family conferences. Support patient safety and rehabilitation education, mentor students and new staff, and contribute to professional and hospital-wide initiatives.

Job details

Union: CUPE Number of Vacancies: 2 New or Replacement Position: New Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – E.W. Bickle Centre Department: South 4 Progressive and Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit Reports to: Program Services Manager Salary Range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement) Hours: Varies Shifts: Days/Evenings/Nights Status: Casual South 4 is a 48 bed inpatient Progressive Rehab Unit at the E.W. Bickle Centre on Dunn Ave. We provide 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. An Interprofessional team helps them to manage their complex medical conditions and health issues to improve their overall well-being and restore their maximum level of independence. For many of our patients, this is a long process, taking months or years before they can move to the next part of their lives.Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice in the context of an interdisciplinary practice. Use current theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients and families Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff on the unit Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients Education of patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding philosophy of rehab nursing Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences Provides leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit related to LTLD/Geri Rehab Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self Demonstrates understanding of, 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 English Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skillsWhy 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.) 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.

What you’ll do

Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice, collaborating with the interprofessional team on care planning, rounds, and family conferences. Support patient safety and rehabilitation education, mentor students and new staff, and contribute to professional and hospital-wide initiatives.

Requirements

Applicants must be in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and have an RPN diploma from a recognized nursing program; a current medication certificate and Basic Cardiac Life Support certification are also specified. Preferred qualifications include complex continuing care experience, medical asepsis, and RPNAO membership, alongside strong assessment, communication, leadership, and clinical decision-making skills and English proficiency.

Benefits

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan • Transit Access • UHN Shuttle Service • Flexible Work Environment • Professional Development Opportunities • Promotion Opportunities • Corporate Discounts • On-Site Gyms

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Mentorship · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Interprofessional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Nursing Care Planning
• Patient Assessment
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Patient-Centered Care
• Interprofessional Collaboration
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership
• Mentorship
• Rehabilitation Nursing
• Medication Administration
• Medical Asepsis
• Patient Safety
• Computer Literacy

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Education
• Management & Leadership