Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Belleville Emergency Room

Join the dynamic team at Belleville General Hospital (BGH) Emergency Department where youll have the chance to make a real impact in patient care. Our ED caters to patients of all ages with diverse medical concerns featuring 31 rooms. On average our ED sees 115 patients a day. The BGH ED is the cosult centre for the 3 other ED sites so you could see patients transfered from other Quinte Health sites. Working in this fast-paced environment will expose you to a broad spectrum of illnesses providing invaluable learning opportunities.

As an ED nurse youll not only enhance your clinical skills but also open doors to advancement in critical care nursing triage and leadership positions. Thriving in this role requires strong assessment and technical abilities coupled with effective teamwork and communication. Managing time efficiently is paramount.

At BGH ED youll be part of a supportive and robust team made up of RNs RPNs Physicians Physician Assistants as well as a multidisciplinary team of Physio OT and Allied Health benefitting from a wealth of resources that facilitate a smooth transition into emergency nursing. We provide an extensive orientation program including classroom & mentoring one-on-one with a preceptor. If youre ready to embrace a challenging yet rewarding career apply now and become a crucial member of our dedicated healthcare community.

Current Certificate of Registration in good standing or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Completion of Coronary Care or equivalent (eg. previous Cardio Concepts QH) or willing to register to an eligible course within 60 days and completion within 6 months of commencement of position (or mutually agreed upon dates).
ACLS or a minimum Current CPR BLS or BCLS certificate.
Minimum 1-year recent acute care experience in an acute medical or inpatient surgical department or emergency department experience.
Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (PDA available to review)
Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check.

Provision of care for patients within an interprofessional environment including assessment treatment teaching and education.
Performs acts requiring specialized knowledge skills and judgement necessary for care of acute medical patients.
Teaching and coaching to patients and families.
Maintains nursing records in accordance with College of Nurses Standards.
Practicing in compliance with provincial legislation hospital policy and procedures professional regulatory standards and best practices within the nursing profession.
Maintaining professional competence by completing regular professional development including annual training and education as indicated.
Participates in unit/dept. and hospital quality improvement initiatives.
Adheres to a safe and healthy workplace and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs use of established mechanisms for injuries and hazards and adheres to health and safety related policy and procedures.
Adapts and adheres to the values of QH while promoting and advocating for an enhanced patient experience.
Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health guided by our core values of Imagine Its You Value Everyone We All Make a Difference and Stronger Together our family of four hospitals holds a central role in the mission to enhance lives and foster healthier communities. We operate as a cohesive team uniting all our hospitals to deliver local and regional healthcare partnership with our communities we strive to improve access to high-quality care right in their own neighborhoods.

Our sense of fulfillment is deeply rooted in the impactful work we do a sentiment shared by our dynamic teams of staff dedicated physicians and committed volunteers. They not only care passionately for our patients but also for each other embodying our core values at every turn.

We dont just serve our communities we actively contribute to them. Quinte Health is woven into the fabric of our local landscape with our team members residing raising their families and often retiring right here in the communities they cherish. We are on a constant lookout for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. Our diverse array of exciting roles encompasses positions that span multiple hospitals as well as opportunities situated within a single hospital. Join us as we live out our values in providing exceptional healthcare close to home.

Strength
Required Occasionally lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50 pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds patient assist approx. 100 pounds.

Mobility
Required Constantly standing.
Required Frequently walking bending/stooping.
Required Occasionally sitting twisting/turning bending crouching/squatting kneeling.
Required Rarely balancing climbing.

Dexterity
Required Frequently forward shoulder movements gripping/grasping pinching neck elbow shoulder wrist and back normal range of motion.
Required Occasionally fine finger movements shoulder movements (up/down).
Required Rarely foot action.

We thank all interested candidates for their response however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at x2577 or for assistance.