University Health Network
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RegisteredPracticalNurse-BrainProgram
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“Registered Practical Nurse - Brain Program at University Health Network. Skills: Registered Practical Nurse, Rehabilitation nursing, Neurological patient care. Provide education to patients and families. Provide safe, competent care within Scope of Practice”
Industry & Context.
Ability to identify, assess, and monitor clinical status and intervene appropriately with changes in clinical status; Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe behavioural dysfunction, including engagement and re-direction; Ability to recognize changes in behaviour and follow prescribed behavioural management strategies
Criminal Record Check may be required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario (General Certificate), Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada), Current medication certificate, Ability to demonstrate health assessment skills, Ability to assess and care for patients with multiple medical needs, Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and monitor clinical status and intervene appropriately with changes in clinical status, Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe behavioural dysfunction, including engagement and re-direction, Ability to recognize changes in behaviour and follow prescribed behavioural management strategies, Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe cognitive and physical impairment, Knowledge of standards of practice and applicable health care legislation, Computer proficiency
Nice to Have
Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing, Medical asepsis, Recent experience in rehabilitation nursing care of neurological patient populations, Experience providing care to patients who require trach care, suctioning, tube feeding and bowel and bladder management, Familiarity with principles of rehabilitation and practice implications
What You'll Do.
Provide education to patients and families
competent care within Scope of Practice
Contributes to the care planning process
Follows a designed plan of care
Compliance with patient safety responsibilities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works effectively independently as well as collaboratively with inter-professional team; Actively participates in education/mentorship of RPN students and new staff; Actively participates in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives
Communication Scope
Provide education to patients and families
Full Job Description
UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. [www.uhn.ca](https://www.uhn.ca/) Union: CUPE Replacement or New: Replacement Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – University Centre Department: Brain Program – Stroke 9 South Reports to: Manager, Program Services Wage range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour. Start rate is non-negotiable. Hours: 1.0 FTE Shifts: 8hrs Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekdays/Weekends - 12hrs Days/Nights Status: Temporary Full-time (Approximately 6 Months) Closing Date: May 28, 2026 Please note: This job is re-posted due to shift updates. If you previously applied, you will not be required to re-apply to express your interest and be considered for the role. Position Summary: As a member of a multi-disciplinary Team, the Registered Practical Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. Duties
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