Part-Time
R.P.N. (Registered Practical Nurse)
Posted on Sep 04
Visiting Angels Inc
St. Catharines, ON
Licensed Practical Nurse Specific Skills
Provide pre-operative and post-operative personal and comfort care; Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy; Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families; Administer medication and observe and document therapeutic effects; Take vital signs, apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing, ensure infection control, monitore nutritional intake and conduct specimen collection; Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures; Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team
Personal Suitability
Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Organized
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sound discrimination; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods
Transportation/Travel Information
Own transportation; Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence
Security and Safety
Bondable; Child abuse registry check; Drug test; Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Eligible for professional liability insurance; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance; Adult Abuse Registry
Work Setting
Public or community health centre; Youth drop-in centre; Chronic or long-term care facilities/centres; Industrial facility or establishment; Home care and visiting care agency; Rehabilitation centre and special health institution; Nursing home/home for the aged; School or educational institution/establishment
Area of Specialization
Rehabilitation; Pediatrics; Palliative care; Geriatrics
Experience 1 year to less than 2 years
Education College/CEGEPor equivalent experience
Languages English
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