Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical Inpatient Unit/Surgical Assessment Clinic

Quinte Health; Belleville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ontario is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Surgical Inpatient Unit and Surgical Assessment Clinic. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively to provide high-quality patient care and will have a minimum of two years of experience in inpatient surgery. Essential skills include effective communication and a strong understanding of surgical risk factors. This position offers a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience in inpatient surgery or perioperative surgical services.
• Strong understanding of surgical and anesthesia risk factors.
• Capable of managing physically demanding workloads.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement care for assigned patients using the nursing process.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient and family-centred care

Communication

Teamwork

Phlebotomy

IV initiation

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Education

Current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Completion of Coronary Care 1 or equivalent

Certification in BCLS or CPR

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical Inpatient Unit/Surgical Assessment Clinic

We’re seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Surgical Inpatient Unit and Surgical Assessment Clinic. This role requires the ability to work in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment and to provide high‑quality patient care in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for assigned patients, applying specialized knowledge, skills and judgment.
• Coordinates and delivers care within the framework of collaborative practice; consults and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members as required.
• Demonstrates excellence in communication, patient and family‑centred care, and teamwork.
• Demonstrates proficiency and advanced knowledge in pre‑ and post‑surgical education and assessment.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives to ensure a high level of patient care.
• Phlebotomy, IV initiation and ECG.
• Documents proficiently according to standards and hospital policies.
• Participates in quality assurance and continuing education to maintain practices aligned with evidence, standards and best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Completion of Coronary Care 1 or equivalent (ex. QHC Cardio Concepts) or able to obtain within 6 months.
• Current certification in BCLS or CPR, or proof of enrolment in a recertification course. A copy of a valid certificate may be requested at the time of hire/transfer.
• A minimum of two (2) years of recent experience in inpatient surgery or perioperative surgical services, within the past three (3) years.
• Sound understanding of surgical and anesthesia risk factors and associated management.
• Proficient in modalities and principles of adult and paediatric education.
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) available to review).

Physical Demands

• Strength: lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds; max 50 pounds; pushing/pulling average 10‑15 pounds; max 30 pounds; patient assist approx. 100 pounds.
• Mobility: standing constantly; walking, bending/stooping frequently; sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling occasionally; balancing and climbing rarely.
• Dexterity: frequent use of upper limbs for gripping, pinching, range of motion; occasional fine finger movements; foot action rarely.

Equal Opportunity

Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Our recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation during recruitment/interview are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577.

We thank all interested candidates for their response; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.