Registered Nurse, Perinatal (Labour & Delivery)

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Valley Health in Markham, ON is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Childbirth and Children’s Centre to support antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care in a single-room maternity setting. You will provide patient- and family-centered care within an interprofessional team, ensuring safe, evidence-based practice.

The role requires current CNO registration, a BScN preferred or in progress, and at least 2 years of perinatal experience, with NRP, BCLS, and AWHONN/PPPESO certification expected.

Qualifications

• 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.
• NRP certification.
• BCLS certification.
• AWHONN or PPPESO Fetal Health Surveillance Certification.
• Completion of a breastfeeding course within 3 months.
• RNAO membership preferred.
• Excellent physical assessment skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Commitment to patient/family centred care.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and leadership experience.
• Good attendance and performance records.

Responsibilities

• Provide care through antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum in a single room maternity care setting.
• Demonstrate effective teamwork within interprofessional staff and independently.
• Exhibit strong communication and teaching skills for patients and families.
• Maintain a safe, patient-centered care environment with attention to safety and quality.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Assessment skills

Interprofessional teamwork

Teaching skills

Education

BScN preferred or working towards it

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses in good standing

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

AWHONN or PPPESO Fetal Health Surveillance Certification

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.Land acknowledgement:Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.Who you are:You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courageYou are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standardYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skillsPosting Closing Date: EOD November 7thJob DescriptionWhat 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 standingBScN preferred or evidence of working towards itMinimum of 2 years of recent perinatal experiencePeri-operative experienceCurrent neonatal resuscitation (NRP) is requiredCurrent BCLS certificationCurrent AWHONN or PPPESO Fetal Health Surveillance Monitoring Certification is expectedCompletion of a breastfeeding course, or a commitment to complete within 3 months of employmentPerinatal/Obstetrical Certificate Program an assetRNAO membership is preferredExcellent physical assessment skillsProficient computer skillsDemonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environmentDemonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skillsDemonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independentlyWell developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skillsEvidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experienceDemonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standardsDemonstrated 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 requiredWork Schedule:Days, Nights, 12-hour shifts, Monday to Sunday including weekdays, weekends and holidaysPlease note schedules may change due to operational needs.Compensation:BAND JRange: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?Oak Valley Health diversity statementOak 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.We are 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.Learn more about our Honoured to care culture:https://youtu.be/PV2TybgOqvA