RN (registered nurse)

Work setting

• Hospital or home for the aged
• Hospital / medical facility or clinic

Tasks

• Address and document symptoms and changes in patients' conditions
• Assess patients to identify appropriate nursing interventions
• Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team to plan, implement, co-ordinate and evaluate patient care in consultation with patients and their families
• Deliver health education programs
• Dispense and administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician
• Operate or monitor medical apparatus or equipment
• Provide consultative services regarding issues relevant to nursing profession and nursing practice
• Provide nursing care
• Supervise licensed practical nurses and other nursing staff

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• Eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse by the province / territory of work
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse by provincial or territorial authorities

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Large workload
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Employment terms options

• Shift

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Subsidised public transportation
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program