Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Administer medications
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Observe and record medication’s therapeutic and side effects
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Record medication’s therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files
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Take vital signs
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Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families
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Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
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Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
Experience and specialization
Area of specialization
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Medical unit
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Recovery room
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Consulting
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Repetitive tasks
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Manual dexterity
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Attention to detail
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Large caseload
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Client focus
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Interpersonal awareness
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Values and ethics
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.