REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse with the CNO
• Completed current medication course
• Thorough knowledge and proficiency in current nursing principles and practices
• 3-5 years broad-based practical nursing experience - a community primary health care setting desired
• Treat each client with compassion, dignity and respect even in the face of challenging situations
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of community-based health care
• Computer proficiency with electronic charting
  If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume and cover letter, outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience meet the position requirements.
  Please visit our website at www.guelphchc.ca and apply using the online application tool.
  We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from equity-deserving groups and priority populations. We thank, in advance, those who apply, but will contact only those who qualify for interviews.
  If at any stage in the selection process you require special accommodation, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.
  We require that all finalist applicants undergo a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screen through their local Police Services Branch prior to start date

• Works as part of the primary health care team
• Works at the top of scope of RPN practice
• Demonstrates safe, quality practice
• Maintains smooth and efficient flow of patients through their appointments
• Provides safe administration of medications and immunizations, venipuncture, disinfection/sterilization of equipment and environment, client education and assists practitioners as requested.
• Triage clients to prioritize urgent needs
• Ensures adequate supply of common medications and medical supplies
• Perform phlebotomy and collection of other specimens for testing