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REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - CASUAL

Job ID39841-8445
CompanyMcMaster University
LocationHamilton
ProvinceON
Date Posted2021-07-26
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryEducation
Description

The Student Wellness Centre provides three levels of support to students including medical services for assessment and treatment of illness and minor injury, health teaching, immunizations, allergy shots, contraceptive counselling etc, counselling services and health promotion to learn about health related issues and wellness resources

Job Summary:
Under the direction of Health Care Practitioners or Registered Nurse, responsible for providing health care services to patients seeking healthcare assistance within the scope of practice of the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) as determined by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Accountabilities:
* Provide nursing assessment, plan, and intervention for patients including the provision of nursing care and health education.
* Perform patient assessments and determine an appropriate action plan of care within a defined scope of responsibility. Triage patients entering the centre to appropriate physicians.
* Monitor patient vital signs.
* Provide general health and wellness education to patients and explain medical terminology and conditions to patients. Communicate and collaborate with external health agencies as it pertains to various communicable diseases and information.
* Organize the work of clinic teams daily.
* Schedule lab and diagnostic procedures, and follow-up appointments for patients.
* Ensure adequate supplies are available in exam rooms, including medical and laboratory supplies, vaccinations, and medications.
* Ensure exam rooms are prepped before each patient visit. Prepare patient charts prior to patient visits.
* Complete minor dressing changes for patient wounds and remove sutures. Provide required assistance to physicians when completing medical procedures.
* Administer a variety of injections such as vaccinations, immunizations, and skin tests. Refer to medical literature to determine adverse drug reactions and interactions.
* Utilize various medical diagnostic devices including, but not limited to, peak flow monitors and glucometers. Document nursing notes in the electronic health records system.
* Complete and submit various forms to external health agencies.
* Calculate dosages, in accordance with established criteria, for the administration of medication. Ensure that the appropriate medical information and literature is provided to patients.
* Receive and resolve patient complaints and escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate area. Organize transportation for clients with mental and physical health concerns.
* Ensure test specimens are properly labeled and that requisitions are completed and sent to the lab for processing. Update and maintain confidential files and records.
* Handle sensitive material in accordance with established policies and procedures.


Qualifications:

Education: 
* 2 year Community College diploma in Registered Practical Nursing. 
* Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a certified Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) and hold a current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Experience: Requires 3 years of relevant experience

Assets:
Experienced with the use of the OSCAR electronic health records system, including ticklers and messaging.
Understanding of the infection process, ii.e. the chain of infection (infectious agent, mode of transmission, susceptible host)
Work experience in Emergency Care, Mental Health, Public Health or Student Health is an asset
Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Computer skills
Knowledge and understanding of individual differences and diverse groups.

Additional Information: 
This position will be a 1-year casual contract (no fixed schedule).  



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