SUMMARY:

The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible to assist in primary care functions and participates in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services of the Quest CHC Team. The position has a strong emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, and community capacity building and works within a harm reduction framework. These duties are accomplished as part of an interdisciplinary team of professionals whose objectives are to provide primary health care and follow-up for Seasonal Agricultural Workers Health Program (SAWHP) during clinic and through outreach to farms.

EDUCATION:

· Possession of a Registered Practical Nurse diploma (RPN) from an accredited School of Nursing is required.
· Current and valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse RPN.

EXPERIENCE :

· 1 to 3 years experience working with in an interdisciplinary team in a community, hospital and or long-term care environment.
· Current certification or willingness to become certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI).
· Experience in working with hazardous chemicals and materials and associated preventive measures outline/required by product Safety Data Sheets and WHMIS

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

· Awareness of and sensitivity to the health issues of the community.
· Ability to provide compassionate, respectful, non-judgmental and culturally competent care to the disenfranchised and primary populations.
· Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices of primary care delivery, with an emphasis on health promotion and harm reduction.
· Ability to function independently in potentially difficult situations and the ability to decide what presenting conditions are a priority.
· Ability to deal with disruptive behaviour and crises management.
· Ability to plan and organize assigned duties.
· Ability to establish positive working relationships with a multi-disciplinary team, clients, service providers and management team.
· Proficiency in the use of computer software/electronic medical records such as P.S.S SUITS

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