Critical Care Float RN1

Health PEI; Summerside; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Health PEI is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for an Emergency/ICU Replacement role at Prince County Hospital in Summerside. This full-time permanent position requires flexibility, critical care skills, and a commitment to maintaining optimal health for patients. Applicants must be registered with the appropriate nursing body and meet the qualifications for acute care experience.

Benefits

Potential $8,000 Nursing Incentive

$5,000 Rural or $8,000 Student Loan Incentive

Relocation Assistance may be available

Qualifications

• 2 years Acute Care experience or 1-year critical care experience required.
• Preference for candidates with Emergency/Critical Care experience.
• CNA certification in Emergency Nursing or Critical Care/Trauma areas is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assists with assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care.
• Provides supplementary nursing assistance to Emergency and ICU.
• Maintains clinical competency and adheres to hospital policies.

Skills

Critical Care Nursing

Team Leading Skills

Assessment Skills

Education

Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses

BCLS certification

Job description

Open to the Public

Registered Nurse 1

(Emergency/ICU Replacement) (Primary ICU)

Health PEI

Location - Prince County Hospital, Summerside

Full-Time Permanent (PEINU) Position

(Commencing Immediately)

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

The Registered Nurse (RN), as a member of the health care team, assists with the assessment, planning and implementation of nursing care to promote the achievement and maintenance of each patient's optimal level of health and functions; develops and maintains her own clinical competency; and performs other related and allied duties which contribute to the orderly and efficient operation of the department. This RN position provides replacement and/or supplementary nursing assistance to Emergency and ICU as required. This position requires a great deal of flexibility, broad knowledge of critical care nursing, hospital policies / procedures, and team leading skills. The nature of the assignment to an area may be for an entire shift or any portion thereof. Reassignment to another area of the hospital may be required and will be assigned by the General Nursing Supervisor. ICU as the primary unit indicates the area where the RN will be considered as part of the team for seniority, performance management, team meetings, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island.
• A good previous work and attendance record.
• 2 years Acute Care experience or 1-year critical care experience.
• BCLS certification

Other Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates with previous Emergency/Critical Care experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with ACLS, PALS, CTAS and TNCC or other Emergency/Critical Care courses.
• CNA certification in Emergency Nursing or certification in Critical Care/Trauma areas would be considered an asset.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Important Notes:

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

External candidates may be eligible to receive a $8,000 Nursing Incentive, plus a $5,000 Rural or $8,000 Student Loan Incentive depending on location of employment. To be eligible for recruitment incentives candidates must hold a 1.0 FTE, this can be a full-time role or a combination of part-time positions. Relocation Assistance maybe available to part or full-time candidates.

Salary Range: $38.90 - $47.47 per hour

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-weekly / Rotating 12-hour shifts

Posting ID: 161938-0324PCPO

Closing Date: Open until Filled