Registered Practical Nurse – CAS Pool

City of Ottawa, Department of Community & Social Services based in Ottawa, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Registered Practical Nurse. The City of Ottawa’s Department of Community & Social Services is dedicated to fostering social inclusion and enhancing the well-being of residents. Through collaborative partnerships and community engagement, it strives to create an inclusive and equitable society where everyone has access to opportunities for growth and empowerment. The department plays a vital role in building a stronger, more resilient community for all residents of Ottawa. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: City of Ottawa
Department: Community & Social Services
Service: Long Term Care Services
Position: Registered Practical Nurse – CAS Pool
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $33.881  – $39.647 Hourly
Employment Type: Multiple Casual Positions
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
Job Category: Community and Social Services
Location: Ottawa, ON, CA
Schedule: Full Time
Requisition ID/Job ID: 279

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of 2 year community college Registered Practical Nurse diploma
Experience: Candidates should have minimum of 6 months of related experience, preferably in a geriatric-gerontology or long-term care setting

Physical Requirements:

The candidates should be reliable, adaptable, patient, discrete, and flexible

Other Requirements:

The candidates should be a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) current with the College of Nurses of Ontario
The candidates should have basic knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations such as the Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, Nursing Act, Mental Health Act, Professional Misconduct and Controlled Act, professional standards, Code of Ethics, and practice expectations
The candidates should have knowledge of infection control guidelines
The candidates should be familiar with medication administration standards
The candidates should understand nursing documentation standards
The candidates should be knowledgeable about principles of verbal and non-verbal communication
The candidates should be proficient in transfer and positioning techniques for persons requiring long-term care
The candidates should have general knowledge of computer software applications including word processing and mail applications (e.g., Word, Outlook)
The candidates should possess the training, experience, and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
The candidates should have knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
The candidates should maintain confidentiality and its application to resident records
The candidates should be able to manage time effectively be adaptable to change
The candidates should possess strong organization, excellent interpersonal and communication skills
The candidates should demonstrate tact, initiative, and good judgment
The candidates should have competence in medication administration
The candidates should demonstrate respect for resident choice, privacy, and confidentiality
The candidates should have experience working with diverse communities or groups historically facing the greatest systemic and structural barriers
The candidates should have knowledge of social welfare systems, community demographics, and the related socio-economic realities of diverse groups
The candidates should have demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace
The candidates should have the ability to apply an equity and inclusion lens to customer service and to internal decision-making processes
The candidates should have the ability to communicate in a language other than French or English

Responsibilities:

The candidates should be able to collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in providing nursing and personal care to residents of a municipal long-term care facility, prioritizing resident safety and engagement
The candidates should be able to participate in the planning, coordinated development, management, and implementation of nursing and personal care activities, programs, services, and initiatives for residents
The candidates should be able to function as an effective team member
The candidates should be able to provide quality care using the knowledge, skills, judgment, and attitudes needed to practice safely
The candidates should be able to administer medications and perform nursing care procedures safely
The candidates should be able to identify and report changes in resident condition or needs through observation of physical and mental condition/behavior
The candidates should be able to coordinate care activities of Unregulated Health Care Providers (Health Care Aides) in an effective manner that promotes quality resident care
The candidates should be able to organize and prioritize workload effectively

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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