Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Location: Mississauga, Ontario
Shift/Hours: Monday to Friday. Shifts can vary; you must be flexible to work either 9:00 am to 5:00 pm or 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a 30-minute lunch break.
Pay Rate: $30.62/hr.

Job Details:

A local pain management clinic is seeking an RPN to assist at its Scarborough office. The position is expected to start as soon as possible and last approximately 4 to 6 weeks. Additional shifts may be available based on the clinic's patient needs.

Job Duties:

As an RPN, you will provide professional nursing care and assessments to assigned patients while ensuring adherence to company policies, nursing procedures, standards, and practices. Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct nursing care to specified patients, including supportive care and administering prescribed treatments.
• Performing nursing assessments and triaging patient care needs for both new and ongoing patients.
• Educating patients, families, and significant others, and serving as a resource for students, healthcare professionals, and the public.
• Offering family support as needed, including making referrals and providing counselling.
• Following established policies, procedures, continuous quality improvement objectives, and adhering to safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Training and guiding nursing and support staff in clinical activities; may participate in research and related activities.
• Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Ability to maintain emotional stability in situations involving human suffering, emergencies, and stress.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Knowledge of medical treatment procedures, facilities, and equipment.
• Understanding of supportive care principles and techniques for patients.
• Ability to educate patients and families about diseases and provide instructions on proper care and treatment.
• Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to perform nursing assessments and patient triage.
• Skills in patient assessment and referral.
• Diploma in Nursing.
• BLS Certificate or First Aid Certificate.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related work experience.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Successful completion of a background check.

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