Summary of Duties

Responsible for providing person centred care in the acute care setting as assigned within the RPN scope of practice. The RPN works independently and interdependently as part of the interprofessional health care team to provide excellent culture-sensitive nursing care to patients with varying health needs in a rapidly changing, practice environment. The RPN works collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs) in a consultative relationship to provide elements of care to patients with complex health issues and with less predictable outcomes.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Care processes which include identifying the needs of patients and families
• Completing assessments, planning and continuously reassessing care
• Implementing evidence based interventions, and evaluating patient outcomes and the patient experience
• Demonstrate commitment to quality improvement...