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R.P.N. (Registered Practical Nurse)
Posted on Nov 02
Von Canada
Hamilton, ON
Licensed Practical Nurse Specific Skills
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
Medical Specialization Nursing
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods
Transportation/Travel Information
Own transportation; Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence
Security and Safety
Eligible for professional liability insurance; Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check
Work Setting Home care and visiting care agency
Area of Specialization Rehabilitation; Palliative care; Geriatrics
Experience 7 months to less than 1 year
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
Education College/CEGEP
Languages English
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