registered practical nurse (R.P.N.)

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Nursing home/home for the aged

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Administer medications
• Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing
• Ensure infection control
• Observe and record medication’s therapeutic and side effects
• Record medication’s therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files
• Take vital signs
• Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy
• Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Geriatrics
• Palliative care

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records
• Tuberculosis test
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability

Benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available