2600002751 - Registered Nurse

Lakeridge Health Corporation; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health Oshawa is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Oncology/Nephrology department. The role supports Medicine and involves 8/12 hour shifts including days, nights, and weekends.

Location is Lakeridge Health Oshawa with a competitive wage range and a strong emphasis on patient-centered care. The successful candidate will maintain nursing records, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and uphold professional standards in a fast-paced environment while pursuing ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is required.
• Post-graduate oncology and/or palliative nursing training is an asset.
• CVAD or IV therapy certification preferred or plan to obtain within one year.
• Recent experience in oncology/palliative/nephrology nursing preferred.
• B.Sc.N. is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead/supervise and handle stressful patient care environments.

Responsibilities

• Use nursing process to provide patient care.
• Participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team.
• Maintain nursing records.
• Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team and perform related duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership ability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N.)

Post-graduate certificate in Oncology or Palliative Nursing

Post-graduate certificate in Nephrology or Medical-Surgical certification

Tools

CVAD certification or IV therapy

Job description

ONA

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Status: Regular Part Time

Department: Oncology/Nephrology (C6)

Program: Medicine

8/12 Hour Shifts; Days/Nights/Weekends (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $41.150 - $58.980 per hour

Posting Reference: 2600002751

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To use nursing process in providing patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain nursing records. Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team; and performing other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is required;
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO;
• Post graduate certificate in Oncology and/or Palliative Nursing an asset;
• Post graduate certificate in Nephrology or certification and/or Medical-Surgical certification also considered;
• Certificate in CVAD, I.V. Therapy preferred, or a commitment to obtain these certifications within one year;
• Recent experience in oncology/palliative/nephrology nursing preferred;
• B.Sc.N. is preferred;
• Demonstrated communication skills both written and verbal;
• Demonstrated ability to perform well and display tact and empathy in stressful and emotionally intense situations in caring for dying patients and their families;
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with ability to foster good public relations in a family centered care environment;
• Proven organizational, problem-solving and teaching skills;
• Demonstrated ability to assume a leadership/supervisory role;
• Radiation oncology experiences an asset;
• Membership in RNAO and CANO is an asset;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record; and
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education sessions

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.