Job Description
LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLYWe are currently looking for highly professional, experienced Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) to work in a variety of long term and acute care facilities in the Tecumseh area. This opportunity allows you to earn above-average wages with travel compensation and accommodation.Shifts would be early morning, afternoon, evening, overnight with consistent hours and a set schedule until further notice.ResponsibilitiesTo provide nursing care in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, the resident plan of care, and within the scope of practice of an RPN.Utilize sound nursing practice principles to ensure the delivery of excellent nursing and personal care in the assigned home area(s).Ensure a timely and accessible admission for the residents including a comprehensive orientation to the home and the services offered within the home Ensure that resident transfers and discharges are timely and safeEnsure the supply, control, and safekeeping of drugs and narcotics, ensure protocols are followed on all assigned shiftsResponsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care to meet the physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual, cultural and social needs of the residentsRequirementsActive registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.Able to work with persons with Infectious DiseasesBLS CertificateValid First Aid & CPRProof of current immunizations for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV) proof of negative TB skin test within one (1) year as well as Hepatitis BCurrent Vulnerable Sector Police CheckAbility to work independently, or as part of a team.Well-developed interpersonal and communication skillsMust be able to work the flexible shift times, depending on the facility; eight (8) or twelve (12) hours in length.Must be able to ‘float’ from unit to unit within a hospital, depending on facility need.Must be reliable (once availability is given) to be placed at an agreed upon facility/unit.Must be in compliance with the RhynoCare Healthcare shift acceptance/cancellation policy (provided for review upon hiring).