Registered Nurse - CVH Operating Room

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

Job summary

Mackenzie Health is seeking a Registered Nurse dedicated to providing holistic and quality care to patients within Ontario's nursing standards. You will be part of a dynamic team contributing to a world-class health experience for patients and their families.

You must have a current nursing registration, BCLS certification, and at least 1 year of recent nursing experience in an acute care setting. Strong communication skills and clinical expertise are essential for this role. This position requires the ability to manage effectively in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an approved nursing program.
• Current Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• At least 1 year of recent nursing experience in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, quality and safe care within the nursing scope.
• Manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to patient safety through compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care planning

Documentation skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Certificate of Registration in the General Class

Perioperative certification course

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Job Description

As a Registered Nurse, you’ll use a patient- and family‑centred approach in providing holistic, quality and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario, evidence‑based nursing practices and the standards set by Mackenzie Health. Working independently and collaboratively as part of the interprofessional care team, you’ll contribute to creating a world‑class health experience for patients and their families, by demonstrating professionalism at every turn, upholding our values of excellence, leadership and empathy, and exemplifying our Commitment to Caring.

Contribute to safe, quality care by:

• 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.

What must you have?

• Current Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Graduation from a perioperative certification course, or completion of the classwork/curriculum components of the perioperative certification course.

What else do you bring?

• At least 1 year of recent nursing experience (within the past 3 years) working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting
• Proven clinical experience with patient‑focused care, including strong patient assessment, care planning, patient education and documentation skills.
• 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.
• Excellent interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills in English, with an ability to deliver information and work effectively with patients, families and colleagues.
• Demonstrated strong decision‑making, problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adjust to new or unexpected events.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Preferably, your profile also includes:

• One year relevant O.R. experience.
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program.
• Certification with CNA.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Recent completion of a physical assessment course.
• Membership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO)/Canadian Nurses Association (CNA).
• Ability to speak a second language.

*This position is represented by ONA.

*You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health.

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.