Nursing Permanent/Long-term Job at Scarborough Health Network in Scarborough, ON. Job Description: Job Number: JR100121Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse - Medicine...

Registered Practical Nurse - Medicine (2025) - Scarborough Hea...

Job Number: JR100121Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse - Medicine (2025)Union: CUPEMinimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $34.966 - $38.161Hours: All ShiftsAcross our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our work led by the Organizational Development and Diversity Department on our Leading edge Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar and our innovative Health Equity Certificate programs. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023! Learn more at shn.caJob DescriptionPosition Overview:Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, you will be responsible for providing excellent care to a diverse patient population within our multi-service environment. Our Medicine units are fast-paced medical units that provides opportunity for nurses, including new graduates, to develop new practical skills and strengthen existing skills. On these units, there is a staffing mix of both RN’s and RPN’s, with a delivery care model of Total Patient Care. You will provide high quality nursing care to patients and their families, based on the philosophy and conceptual framework of Nursing Practice at Scarborough Health Network (SHN).RequirementsCurrent RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standingCurrent BCLSProven knowledge of Braden ScalePatient Assessment and Health Promotion/Teaching skillsWillingness to work with mixed aggregation of patientsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbalDemonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skillsDemonstrates excellent organizational, time-management and team building skillsDemonstrates initiative and the ability to function both independently and as a multidisciplinary team member in a fast paced demanding environmentDemonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues and volunteers and other members of the community and publicDemonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislationDemonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this areaUtilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazardsEngages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and communityStrong work ethic and commitment is requiredDemonstrated high standards of work outputsHighly punctualDemonstrated professionalism and reliabilityAssetExperience in Acute Medical NursingAbility to speak another languageAccommodation And Diversity StatementScarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.Learn more about our exciting opportunities by following SHNCareers on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.