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Registered Practical Nurse - Inpatient Surgery and Active Rehab

Employer
Orilla Soldiers' Memorial Hospital
Location
Orillia, Ontario
Closing date
Mar 27, 2023

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Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.
People have always been OSMH's greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals' contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.

Position Summary
The Registered Practical Nurse on Inpatient Surgery and Inpatient Rehab is responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with the mission, vision, goals, objectives and policies of the hospital and the Clinical Services Department. Inpatient Surgery and Inpatient Rehab is a combined unit that supports the patient care needs of surgical and rehab patients and their families. A nurse working in this are will be responsible for providing patient care for both patient populations.May be assigned to SSSU as needed

Qualifications
• Current registration with the CNO. • Must have a sound working knowledge of the CNO Standards and guidelines.• Two (2) years surgical experience required.• Recent experience caring for rehab patients preferred.• Knowledge of the philosophy and concepts of Rehabilitative nursing practice preferred.• Demonstrated ability to organize patient care activities, remain flexible and adapt to change.• Demonstrated competence with pain control devices, enteral pump management, and management of drains.• Must be IV certified and hold a current BCLS.• Physical assessment course an asset.• Demonstrated excellent attendance record required. • Demonstrated excellent communication skills, flexibility and the ability to set priorities.• Demonstrated ability to work as a productive Team member.• Must be able to perform all the duties in the position description.• Evidence of interest in continuous professional growth preferred.• Satisfactory work performance required.• The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to professional development as well as to the Mission and Vision of the Hospital.

Are you a New Graduate with outstanding student loans? OSMH is located in a community designated for Canada Student Loan forgiveness. You may be eligible for Canada Student Loan forgiveness if you meet other eligibility requirements. Please click here for more information.

Our Employees Enjoy
• a professional practice environment• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork• wellness initiatives• continuing education grants• employee recognition and assistance programs• a competitive salary and benefits package• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity
OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Accomodation in the Workplace
Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.

Health & Safety Responsibilities
OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.
All team members must adhere to OSMH's Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.
As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.
As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.

OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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