Registered Practical Nurse; RPN), General Medicine J0126-0729

Overview

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services. North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.

We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate.

Position Summary:

Registered Practical Nurse, Reactivation Unit – 5W. Your goal in this position is to provide excellent patient- and family-driven care in the Reactivation Unit – 5W, in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of care providers with an emphasis on assessment, education, prevention, maintenance and restoration of patient health. You are a strong relationship builder who connects with physicians, staff, patients and families.

This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. It contributes to ensuring a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families in line with health and safety policies.

• Demonstrate the ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice per the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients/clients, families and other members of the health care team.
• Think critically, set priorities and organize work in response to client/patient needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of transfers and lifts.
• Be committed to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement.
• Have proficient skill level with computers, MS Word, Internet searches, data entry and patient information systems.
• Demonstrated self-motivation regarding continuing education in areas of patient assessment and patient education.
• Have excellent assessment skills with clinical knowledge of care.
• Have effective organizational, problem-solving, prioritization, time-management and teaching skills.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to foster good public relations and working relationships in a family-centered care environment.

• Registered Practical Nursing diploma from a recognized Community College.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Minimum 2 years of recent Medical/Surgical and/or clinical nursing experience.
• Recent health assessment course.
• Bilingualism in French/English is an asset.

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Regular position with 8 & 12 hour shifts, including weekends in the 5

West General Medicine Unit. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension and vacation. For more about our Total Rewards package, visit

Think you’re the right person for the job? Here’s the process:

• Ensure to meet the deadline — only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.