Registered Practical Nurse – Transitional Care Program – Talent Pool

Union: SEIU Service
Number of vacancies: Various (Future Vacancies)
New or Replacement Role: Various
Site: UHN Reactivation Care Centre 82 Buttonwood York ON M6M 2J5
Department: Transitional Care Program
Reports to:  Manager Program Services
Hours: Various
Wage Range: $38.42 - $39.02 per hour (Start rate non-negotiable)
Shifts: Various - Rotating Days/Nights/Weekends/Holidays (subject to change)
Status: Various (Permanent Full-Time Permanent Part-Time Casual Temporary)

Join our Talent Pool for Registered Practical Nurses within the Transitional Care Program at UHN Reactivation Care Centre. We are seeking passionate and dedicated nursing professionals interested in future opportunities across a variety of employment types including permanent full-time permanent part-time casual and temporary roles. By applying to this posting you will be considered for upcoming vacancies and contacted directly when positions become available that align with your qualifications and career goals. Please note that this Talent Pool is intended for external candidates only.

Position Summary
As a member of a multi-disciplinary Team the Registered Practical Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate collaborative and competent care while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession.

UHNs Reactivation Care Centre (RCC) provides a supportive space for specialized care focused on reactivation for patients who no longer need acute care and are focused on the goal of safely returning to the community whether that be home long-term-care or an alternative home setting.

As part of the Ministry of Health and Ontario Healths commitment to alleviating hospital pressures across the Greater Toronto Area the RCC which UHN operates in partnership with Sinai Health and Trillium Health Partners connects patients with the right care in the right place at the right time.

Enhancing the Patient Experience
UHNs RCC is nestled in a residential neighbourhood where quiet surroundings and green space extend our calm and healing environment. While therapeutic programming keeps patients focused on achieving their individual reactivation goals whether its building strength and endurance managing medication or maintaining mobility as they plan for a safe transition our recreational schedule builds community encourages socialization and connects patients to activities that are meaningful in their everyday lives.

Providing Exceptional Care
Our dedicated and diverse team of health care providers work together to support patients in realizing their reactivation goals. Together they are committed to putting the needs of patients first and offering an environment where patients feel safe motivated and prepared as they plan for the next step in their care journey.

Duties

• Plan manage and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice in the context of an interdisciplinary practice.
• Use current theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients and families
• Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums inter-professional rounds and family conferences
• Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff on the unit
• Participate in professional program and hospital-wide initiatives including professional development of self
• Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications :

• Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Diploma in Practical Nursing
• Recent related clinical experience preferred
• Effective problem recognition problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
• Demonstrated commitment to team success
• Resilience and effective coping strategies to manage change
• Demonstrated computer literacy in word processing and Electronic Patient Record
• Working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practice
• Evidence of satisfactory attendance and punctuality

Additional Information :

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.

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

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time