The Registered Practical Nurse on Medically Complex provides person-centred care and functions within the full scope of practice of the RPN by gaining the knowledge and skills to build upon foundational knowledge to promote the best possible psycho-social, emotional, and physical outcomes for patients on Medically Complex. The RPN collaborates with the RN using the College of Nurses of Ontario’s three-factor framework, and works closely with other nurses and members of the interdisciplinary team, and may assign tasks and elements of patient care to unregulated care providers. The RPN is supported by the Clinical Manager and other nurses including Registered Nurses, Nursing Case Managers, Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Education and Development Clinician.
Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
Gentle Persuasive Approaches (Basics Workshop) preferred
Demonstrated competent nursing skill
Basic computer knowledge
Demonstrated excellent problem-solving and communication skills, both written and verbal
Demonstrated proficiency in working with patients, families, peers and multidisciplinary healthcare teams in an effective, professional, caring manner
Ability to set priorities and organize work in response to patient needs
Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and safety requirements of the position
Ability to attend work regularly; demonstrated by an acceptable attendance record
