Registered Practical Nurse – Emergency Department – Temporary Part-Time

KDH is seeking RPN’s to join our Emergency Department on a Temporary Part-Time basis.

Why should you work at KDH?

• Competitive wages based on central and local collective agreements
• Excellent benefits with medical, dental and vision plans for full-time employees (extended healthcare and/or dental care available for part-time employees)
• HOOPP Pension program
• Reimbursement for recertification of BCLS, ACLS, and TNCC
• Internal cross-training opportunities
• Regular meetings with managers to engage and provide feedback
• Recognition programs
• Long service awards
• Employee discounts through corporate partnerships
• Small rural community hospital with a wide variety of services that has a big impact on regional programs
• 20 minutes south of Ottawa on the 416 going against traffic = easy commute
• Rural living with all the amenities of city life

Qualifications:

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Registered Practical Nurse with a current Registration issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Current BCLS Certificate (required);
• ENPC and TNCC course participation (an asset)
• ACLS (an asset)
• Minimum of 1-year recent ER nursing experience (preferred)
• 1 year of recent medical/surgical experience;
• Competency in venipuncture and intravenous cannulation in adults and pediatric patients;
• Familiar with oxygen administration, ECG completion, simple sterile dressings, intermittent catheterization, NG tube insertion and application of basic orthopedic devices;
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication;
• Excellent customer service skills;
• Must be able to function collaboratively within interdisciplinary team;
• Able to demonstrate skill competency within a fast-paced environment;
• Committed to continuing education and maintains competence relevant to current practice;
• Computer competency required;
• Experience working with electronic health records, preferably Epic;
• Demonstrates superior organizational skills;
• Good work and attendance record required.

Starting Wage:

$36.60/hr

Kemptville District Hospital recognizes that bias and discrimination are barriers to the equitable treatment of individuals and groups in our society. Fostering an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our people, perspectives, policies, and programs will help to achieve our mission. We are committed to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of all staff and team members who respect and reflect the diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of Canada’s population. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where our team feels empowered to bring their whole self to work every day.

Please note: In order to work in a healthcare facility, the Public Hospitals Act 1990, Regulation 965 requires all employees to provide proof of up-to-date immunization/vaccines for the following diseases: Tuberculin Skin Testing (TB), Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria (DTap), Influenza (during flu season) and three COVID shots. ​​This proof must be provided to our Occupational Health Office in order to be cleared to work.

Kemptville District Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We will provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation during any stage of the hiring process, please contact Debbie Allingham at 613-258-6133 x200 or dallingham@kdh.on.ca.

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Submit your resumé and cover letter by mail, fax or email to:

Mail:
Manager, Human Resources/Labour Relations
Kemptville District Hospital
2675 Concession Rd., PO Box 2007,
Kemptville, Ontario, K0G 1J0
Fax: 613.258.7853
Email: hr@kdh.on.ca