Registered Nurse

Mackenzie Health; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity

Accommodations available upon request

Job summary

Mackenzie Health is seeking a Registered Nurse in Vaughan, Ontario to provide patient and family-centered care in a team environment. Candidates must have a current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and at least 1 year of acute care experience. The role focuses on delivering holistic healthcare, managing workloads in a fast-paced setting, and adhering to professional guidelines and safety policies. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Preferred qualifications include a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing and experience with adult populations.

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent acute med/surg experience.
• Proven clinical experience with patient-focused care.
• Ability to address and resolve issues respectfully.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality care and safety.
• Must have physical strength and endurance required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, quality and safe care.
• Contribute to a world-class health experience for patients.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Manage a workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care planning

Patient education

Communication skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing (preferred)

Current Certificate of Registration in Ontario

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Overview

As a Registered Nurse, you’ll use a patient‑ and family‑centered approach in providing holistic, quality and safe care within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario. You will work independently and collaboratively as part of the interprofessional care team, contributing to a world‑class health experience for patients and their families by demonstrating professionalism, upholding our values of excellence, leadership and empathy, and exemplifying our Commitment to Caring.

Contribute to Safe, Quality Care

• Managing a workload effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Addressing and resolving issues in a productive, respectful manner.
• Exercising sound professional judgment and using best practice guidelines.
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive environment for all through compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• 1 year of recent acute med/surg experience.
• Proven clinical experience with patient‑focused care, including strong patient assessment, care planning, patient education and documentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a sound knowledge of English and an ability to deliver information effectively to others; speaking a second language is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills with an ability to work effectively with others, including patients and families.
• Demonstrated strong decision making, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality care and safety with an ability to exercise sound professional judgment and use best practice guidelines and evidence‑based practice.
• Proven organizational skills with an ability to manage workload effectively in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Ability to effectively address and resolve issues, including conflict, in a productive and respectful manner.
• Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively within an interprofessional team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Computer proficiency with experience working with electronic medical records.
• Familiarity with the Regulated Health Professions Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, and the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adjust to new or unexpected events in practicing in accordance with the CNO’s Ethics Practice Standard.
• Practices in accordance with the CNO’s Confidentiality and Privacy‑Personal Health Information Practice Standard and adheres to the policies and procedures of Mackenzie Health.
• Must have physical strength, flexibility and endurance required to perform the role based on an assessment conducted by the Occupational Health and Safety Department.
• Proven attendance record.
• Demonstrates understanding and compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Effectively uses empathy in interactions with others.
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring and values – Excellence, Leadership and Empathy.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.

Preferred Features

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program preferred.
• Recent completion of a physical assessment course preferred.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Member of the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO)/Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) preferred.
• Current Chemotherapy Certificate required (e.g., de Souza) preferred.
• Experience working with adult and geriatric populations preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year recent nursing experience working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting within the past 3 years preferred.
• This position is represented by ONA.
• You may be required to work at all sites of Mackenzie Health.

Additional Information

Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Our hiring process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.