Registered Nurse

The successful incumbent will provide safe, evidence-informed quality nursing care to an acute medical and surgical patient population by combining interpersonal communication with clinical knowledge and skills.
Ability to function to the full scope of practice as per CNO
Demonstrate the ability to competently assess the patient, intervene appropriately and evaluate outcomes
Demonstrate the knowledge, experience and ability to provide care for patients with a variety of needs including but not limited to: initiation and maintenance of IV’s, administration of medication delivered via various routes, blood and blood product administration, patient controlled analgesia, TPN care and maintenance of CVADs, capillary blood glucose monitoring, NG tubes, chest tubes, enteral feeds, wound management, oxygen therapy and tracheostomies
Be able to provide appropriate care to pre-operative and post-operative patient
Ability to interpret normal and abnormal telemetry strips
Ability to interpret normal and abnormal laboratory values with appropriate nursing interventions
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and organize the delivery of care in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment
Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the RN as a member of the interdisciplinary team
Demonstrate an ability to communicate efficiently, effectively and respectfully to patients, visitors and members of the interdisciplinary team
Demonstrate a commitment to providing patient-centered and family-centered care
Demonstrate a commitment to continuing education
Ability to fulfill the charge role for break coverage and on night shift
Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.
Current Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Current Heart & Stroke approved Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire
Recent medical/surgical experience in an acute care setting required
Coronary Care I is required within 6 months of hire
Previous cardiac monitoring experience preferred
Demonstrates commitment to continuing education
Preference will be given to those with telemetry experience
Physical Assessment Course is an asset
Strong patient assessment skills required
Ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a rapidly changing environment
Team player with strong public relations and organizational skills
Caring, compassionate, customer focused attitude towards patients and families
Must be able to meet the physical demands of this position
Satisfactory employment and attendance record

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
No