R.P.N. (registered practical nurse)

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma from a 1–2 year program
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work Setting

On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

• Administer medications
• Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing
• Conduct specimen collection
• Ensure infection control
• Monitor nutritional intake
• Observe and record medication’s therapeutic and side effects
• Take vital signs
• Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy