Nursing Attendant (Operating Room)

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated surgical team at a prominent healthcare institution, where the Nursing Attendant plays a vital role in providing exceptional patient and family-centered care. This position requires collaboration with the surgical team to ensure safe and effective patient care, minimizing risks and enhancing the overall experience. With a focus on teamwork and communication, you will be instrumental in supporting patients during their surgical journey. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to a culture of safety and excellence in care.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in an Operating Room environment as a nursing attendant.
• BLS and PSW certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team with patient care and unit-specific interventions.
• Ensure safe handling and transferring of patients.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Patient Handling

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

BLS Certification

PSW Certification

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Nursing Attendant, as a member of the surgical team, contributes to the effective patient and family-centered care experience.

The Nursing Attendant will work actively with the team to assist with carrying out unit-specific interventions. In collaboration with the surgical team, the Nursing Attendant will help support that patient care is provided safely and effectively in a way that minimizes risk.

EDUCATION

1. Grade 12 or equivalent.
2. BLS obtained and maintained annually as required.
3. PSW certification from an accredited college (obtained within the last year) required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience working in an Operating Room environment in a nursing attendant capacity/role with 2 years’ experience required.
2. Demonstrate the proper handling and transferring of patients from bed to stretcher/wheelchair.
3. Demonstrate and apply the corrective safety measures for positioning patients in the OR.
4. Effective positive interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Discretion, tact, and diplomacy.
6. Demonstrates initiative and ability to work as a team member with minimal supervision.
7. Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload issues.
8. Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
9. Required to take standby for nights and weekends.
10. Good work and attendance record required.
11. All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
12. All employees of MGH are responsible for contributing to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
13. All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.