RPN Spinal Cord Rehab - University Health Network, Toronto

About the role

University Health Network is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to support nursing care and participate in an inter-professional care team to create a safe environment for patients. In this temporary full-time position within the Spinal Cord Rehab Program at the Toronto Rehab Institute - Lyndhurst Centre, you will support various medical clinics while working 37.5 hours per week on day shifts.

What you'll do

• Provide education to patients and families regarding relevant deficits and related health promotion interventions
• Works effectively independently as well as collaboratively with inter-professional team
• Contributes to the care planning process and follows a designed plan of care
• Provides safe, competent care within Scope of Practice
• Actively participates in education and mentorship of RPN students and new staff
• Actively participates in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives
• Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients
• Support the various clinics including but not limited to Urology Clinic, Skin and Wound Clinic, botox, and ITB

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario (General Certificate) and member in good standing, required
• Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing preferred
• Completion of a health assessment/physical assessment course from an accredited college or university in the past 2 to 3 years (or equivalent) required
• Recent health assessment course required
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada) required
• Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program) required
• Medical asepsis (if not included in diploma program) preferred
• Recent experience in rehabilitation nursing care of neurological patient populations required
• Experience providing care to patients who require trach care, suctioning, tube feeding and bowel and bladder management required
• Familiarity with principles of rehabilitation and practice implications required
• Ability to assess and care for patients with multiple medical needs
• Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and monitor clinical status and intervene appropriately with changes in clinical status, required
• Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe behavioral dysfunction, including engagement and re-direction, required
• Ability to recognize changes in behavior and follow prescribed behavioral management strategies required
• Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe cognitive and physical impairment required
• Knowledge of standards of practice and applicable health care legislation
• Computer proficiency required or willing to pursue appropriate computer training
• Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills
• Experience in medical clinics such as Urology Clinic, Skin and Wound skills, experience with Spinal Cord Rehab patients
• Ability to triage and be nimble - this position will be cross trained in multiple areas and may need to in a moment's notice fill in for sick calls

Why you'll love it here

Working at UHN allows you to collaborate alongside talented healthcare professionals while accessing comprehensive benefits, programs, and perks designed to support you throughout your career.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks including multiple corporate discounts for travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, and on-site gyms