Registered Nurse, Perinatal (Labor & Delivery)

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health care organization in Markham is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Childbirth and Children’s Centre. The ideal candidate will provide exemplary care through all phases of maternity, ensuring family inclusion in the birthing process. Candidates must hold a current nursing certificate, have at least two years of perinatal experience, and demonstrate excellent communication and critical thinking skills. This role involves 12-hour shifts, providing opportunities to work within a dedicated healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent perinatal experience.
• Current neonatal resuscitation (NRP) certification required.
• Completion of a breastfeeding course within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide care during antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum phases.
• Promote family involvement in the birthing experience.
• Ensure a patient-centered care environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Prioritization skills

Excellent physical assessment skills

Proficient computer skills

Interpersonal and teaching skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses

BScN preferred or working towards it

Perinatal/Obstetrical Certificate Program

Job description

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for:

As a Registered Nurse in the Childbirth and Children’s Centre, you will be part of a health care team that promotes the birthing experience as a normal, healthy process and the family as an integral part of that experience; You will be expected to provide care through the antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum phases in a single room maternity care setting.

What you bring to the role:

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses in good standing
• BScN preferred or evidence of working towards it
• Minimum of 2 years of recent perinatal experience
• Peri-operative experience
• Current neonatal resuscitation (NRP) is required
• Current BCLS certification
• Current AWHONN or PPPESO Fetal Health Surveillance Monitoring Certification is expected
• Completion of a breastfeeding course, or a commitment to complete within 3 months of employment
• Perinatal/Obstetrical Certificate Program an asset
• RNAO membership is preferred
• Excellent physical assessment skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environment
• Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently
• Well developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skills
• Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
• Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:

The successful candidate will be required to work 12 hour shifts, days and nights; Schedules may change based on operational needs.

Compensation:

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Range: $40.27 - $57.73

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and include Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

Diversity and Inclusion:

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

EDI Statement:

Oak Valley Health is honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.