Through a patient and family centered approach, the Registered Practical Nurse provides holistic, high quality and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario, evidence-based nursing practices and the standards set by Mackenzie Health.

Registered Practical

Nurses provide care to patients with complex care needs that are well defined and established, who have predictable outcomes and manageable responses. As a member of and in collaboration with the interprofessional care team, the Registered Practical Nurse contributes to creating a world-class health experience for patients and their families with every interaction based on professionalism, the Hospital’s Commitment to Caring and Mackenzie Health’s values of excellence, leadership and empathy. Contribute to safe, quality care by: Contributing to a safe, inclusive environment for all through compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures.

Practical Nurse

Diploma from an approved nursing program preferred.

Current

Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario required. If graduated prior to 1995, medication administration certificate from an approved community college required. Proven clinical experience with patient-focused care, including strong patient assessment, care planning, patient education and documentation skills.

Must demonstrate physical strength,



flexibility and endurance required to perform the role based on assessment conducted by the Occupational Health and Safety Department. Minimum 2 years' of current experience in inpatient surgery, day surgery, or emergency required.

Experience working with electronic medical records. Familiarity with the Regulated Health Professions Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, and the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario. Excellent interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills in English, with an ability to deliver information and work effectively with patients, families and colleagues.

Recent

Endoscopy, Urology and Paediatric surgery experience. Member of the Registered Practical Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RPNAO) /Canadian Nurses Association (CNA). Ambulatory clinic experience an asset.

Ability to speak a second language. Previous experience within the Registered Practical Nurse classification. *You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health. --- Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal chance employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our hiring process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.

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