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Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) 

Black Creek CHC is a community-based primary care organization that is committed to addressing the social determinants of health in a client-centered, equity driven manner.  Our inter-disciplinary team of care providers provides comprehensive primary health care to registered clients of our Centre.  We are seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join our team and participate in the delivery of programs and services to community members.

Position Type: Position Type: Full-Time Permanent, Unionized position. 35 hrs/week. Position is part of Bargaining Unit.

Job Summary

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) works collaboratively with other healthcare providers to provide care to individuals, while addressing the social determinants of health. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development, implementation, promotion, monitoring and evaluation of the programs and services, including mobile clinics across Ontario Health (Central Region).
• Participate in the delivery of mobile Teleophthalmology program across various sites
• Coordinate infection control and sterilization of equipment
• Assist with maintenance of equipment both by internal and external (suppliers) maintenance measures
• Provide clinical support to BCCHC’s Primary Care Team, including vaccinations
• Support inventory of clinical equipment and resources
• Develop programs reports in accordance with funder requirements
• Support Client Intakes for Inter-professional health care, as needed.
• Handle other duties as assigned

• Provide health education to clients, families or groups
• Incorporate health care advances into practice and adjusts practice to the changing demographics and evolving needs of the community

• Work with internal programs, community organizations, healthcare providers and local stakeholders to identify populations that face barriers to screening programs
• Liaise with local health professionals, Chronic Disease and Health Promotion programs in order to promote and coordinate mobile clinics

• Maintain professional competence
• Maintain knowledge of current social/health issues and infection control processes

Qualifications and Job Requirements:

• Registered Practical Nurse diploma
• Current membership in professional associations is preferred
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification
• A minimum of two (2) years clinical experience preferably in community–based healthcare setting
• Experience in collaborative work with community-based agencies and organization preferable
• Excellent oral/written skills in English; ability to speak other languages of the priority communities an asset

• Demonstrated ability to operate TOP equipment; experience operating cameras or photography equipment considered an asset
• Familiar and comfortable with computer systems and Telemedicine
• An understanding of management of chronic health conditions including Diabetes
• Ability to work effectively with all members of the health care team
• Demonstrated ability to organize workload and to respond efficiently and effectively to unexpected workload and situations
• Familiarity with scheduling and electronic health record keeping, preferable with TELUS PS Suite
• Experience working with diverse communities and knowledge of an anti-oppression/pro-diversity framework
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift and transport TOP equipment, weighing approximately 50 lbs (assistive equipment provided).
• Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends
• Valid ‘G’ Ontario driver’s license and unlimited use of a vehicle and up to date vehicle insurance
• Training in Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) an asset

Reports to: Senior Director, Primary Health Care

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to send their resumes to hr1@bcchc.com.

Deadline: Position open until filled. 

Chronic Disease Program: Registered Nurse – Diabetes Education Program

Black Creek CHC is a community-based primary care organization that is committed to addressing the social determinants of health in a client-centered, equity driven manner.  Our inter-disciplinary team of care providers provides comprehensive primary health care to registered clients of our Centre.  We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team and participate in the delivery of programs and services to community members.

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent, Unionized position. 35 hrs/week. Position is part of Bargaining Unit. 

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse provides comprehensive health care to clients of adult and older adult age range, within the R.N.’s scope of practice according to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses. If you are interested in addressing individual, group and community health issues while working in a supportive environment and maintaining a positive work-life balance, you will be interested in joining our team

Key Responsibilities:

• Health education & supportive counselling to clients, their families, and the community at-large
• Provides one to one and group diabetes care and education on essential self-management
• Conducts comprehensive health assessments of adults and older adults with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes
• Ensures that practice is consistent with Nursing competencies, standards of practice, and clinical practice guidelines
• Works with medical directives and adjust insulin as appropriate
• Completes documentation as required
• Refers clients to community resources; Makes internal referrals as appropriate
• Advocates on behalf of clients within the team, program, organization and community
• Practices collaboratively and communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary health care team
• Provides consultation and support to members of the primary care team (MDs, NPs) and Chronic Disease team, as required
• Maintains necessary supplies of education and clinical tools (i.e. Glucometers, insulin pens)
• Resource development and updates to medical directives as required
• Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students
• Participates in on-going quality improvement initiatives, including chart audits

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standings
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing Science or Diploma in Nursing with three to five years of clinical experience
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) certification is an asset
• Training in Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) an asset
• Experience in community health and/or family practice setting
• Knowledge of the determinants of heath and health promotion strategies
• Clinical practice experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Experience within a multi-cultural and socio-economically diverse community
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in a second language relevant to BCCHC’s catchment is an asset
• Proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications including Electronic Medical Records (i.e. TELUS PSS, etc.)
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and at multiple locations as desired

Reports to: Manager, Integrated Client Services

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to send their resumes to hr1@bcchc.com.

Deadline: Position open until filled.