-Current Certification of Competence as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
-Current BCLS certification
-Minimum 2 years Emergency Services experience
-Electrocardiography Certification/Course
-Electrocardiography experience
-Critical Care Course/Completed modules
-Practice level consistent with the full scope of practice as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario, which includes but is not limited to:
-Evidence of the successful, administration and management of blood & blood products
-Evidence of the successful completion and/or practice in processing physician orders, administration of oral, subcutaneous, IM, suppository, aerosol and IV medications, venipuncture and IV Initiation and management
-Proficiency in the use of patient assessment technology (vital signs/cardiac monitor, oximeter, and infant weigh scale)
-First aide training/knowledge of application of ice, heat, slings, splints, dressings and compression bandages)
-Experience with Geriatric, Pediatric, and Mental Health patient populations preferred.
-Advanced clinical assessment skills course or equivalent preferred
-Current Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCPI)
-Demonstrated adherence to the expectations of nursing practice at CKHA