Position Overview

Operating within their full scope of practice, the RPN works within a multidisciplinary setting assessing patients’ complete health care needs (physical, emotional, psychological, and mental) and provides care to our patients by treating minor episodic illnesses, injuries and stabilized chronic illnesses.

Responsibilities

· Observes and records vital and biometric measurements as well as outcomes;

· Triages patients according to acuity;

· Executes Physicians orders accordingly and assists with minor procedures;

· Performs various clinical procedures such as suture removal, skin and wound dressing, TB testing, wart treatment, ear syringing, etc.;

· Administer various vaccines in different ages and other injections ( B12, Prolia , Testosterone and Anti-psychotic drugs);

· Nasopharyngeal swabbing for Covid-19

· Partners and works collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team;

· Maintains accurate, concise and confidential EMR documentation;

· Ensures immunization inventory is monitored and ordered regularly;

· Ensures immunizations are current and educates patients as to their need and any possible side effects;

· Maintains the INR monitoring and management system as per guidelines;

· Ensures adequate supplies and equipment are available for daily patient care and emergency situations;

· Sterilizes equipment for minor surgical procedures;

· Completes all appropriate forms as required;

· Other duties as assigned.





Qualifications

· Currently registered in good standing as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario

· Sound knowledge of nursing process, theory, and responsibilities to the nursing profession

· Excellent patient assessment and triaging skills;

· A minimum of 2 years working experience in a primary care setting;

· Excellent communication skills

· Compassionate and sensitivity to patient needs and confidentiality/privacy is a must

· Problem solving skills, ability to use sound judgement

· Interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and discretion, excellent telephone manner

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Ability to manage and prioritize tasks

· Organized, accurate and detail-oriented

· Trained in Electronic Medical Records, Accuro is an asset

· Able to work flexible hours in order to meet patient and physician needs which may include evenings.

Why Join our Team?

Be part of a team that values you as much as the community we serve. We offer:

· Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits

· Generous vacation and personal paid days

· Exclusive perks and discounts

· Meaningful work that makes a difference

Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Advantages

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Full Time Primary Care Registered Practical Nurse (Mississauga)
🏢 Summerville Family Health team
📍 Mississauga