CUPE
Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse
Status: Regular Part Time
Department: Ambulatory Hemo In Centre - Oshawa
Program: Nephrology
Days, Evenings, Weekends - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $36.950 - $39.020 per hour
CUPE: 2600001180 (subsequent)
Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To use nursing process in providing patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain nursing records. Travel between Lakeridge Health sites required. To perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college;
- Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
- Current B.C.L.S;
- Updated nursing skills including Aseptic Techniques and Patient Assessment Courses;
- Current Certificate in Medication Administration;
- Minimum 2 years' experience with providing care for renal patients in Acute Care settings (emergency department, acute inpatient units, critical care) is required;
- Evidence of continuing education related to the requirements of the position;
- Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standard as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario;
- Effective organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving and teaching skills;
- Ability to effectively prioritize work;
- Proven communication skills to effectively interact with patients and their families, physicians and colleagues;
- Physically capable of performing the duties of the position in order to lift, turn, and transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids;
- Must have satisfactory performance record;
- Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area
At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact
[email protected] .
Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.
Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.
Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
