Registered Nurse - Support

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Registered Nurse, where you'll provide exceptional patient-centered care in a dynamic environment. This role involves working with a diverse team to deliver comprehensive nursing services, particularly in critical care settings. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while advancing your professional development. If you're passionate about nursing excellence and committed to a culture of innovation and leadership, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to contribute to a community-focused organization dedicated to improving health outcomes for all.

Qualifications

• Current registration with Colleges of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• Must have at least 2 years of critical care nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered and evidence-informed care.
• Collaborate with the inter-professional team for optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Critical Care Nursing

Cardiac Arrhythmia Monitoring

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Patient-Centered Care

Stress Management

Education

Registered Nurse Certification

BCLS/HCP Certification

ACLS Certification

PACU Course

Critical Care Course

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who adheres to and models the Standards and Guidelines of the College of Nurses of Ontario; the SJHH mission, vision and values, policies and procedures; and applicable specialty standards. The RN provides patient/client-centred and evidence informed care to promote health and assess the need for the provision of care and the treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal patient/client function. The RN collaborates with the inter-professional team and assumes a leadership role in delivering a full range of care and treatment to patient/clients including those with complex needs, high acuity and less predictable outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Current registration with Colleges of Nurses of Ontario required.
Demonstrated commitment to the mission, values, and philosophy of St. Joseph's Health Care.
Must have a minimum of 2 years related recent experience in critical care nursing (i.e. PACU, Intensive Care etc).
Recent cardiac arrhythmia monitoring and interpretation experience required.
Minimum 2 years Perioperative nursing experience preferred.
Previous post-op Surgical Nursing or Endoscopy nursing experience preferred.
Current BCLS/HCP certification required.
ACLS preferred.
PACU course an asset.
Critical Care Course an asset.
Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of patients and their families.
Documented ability to work under stress and function effectively in critical situations.
Ability to effectively work in an interdisciplinary team model.
Willingness and ability to work the shifts as required in order to meet the operational needs of the program within a float position covering multi-unit needs and timeframes.
Demonstrated ability to function efficiently within a multi-disciplinary team.
Must be able to complete orientation as required.
A good attendance and work record demonstrating reliability and dependability is essential.
A resume regarding further education, special courses and experience should accompany the application.
Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional development.

HOURS OF WORK:
Rotating Days/Evenings – 7 days per week.

Perioperative Program Support Float Line: The successful applicant’s base unit will be Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU). The applicant's primary FT assignment (Rotating Days/Evenings) will be rotated between PACU and Endoscopy but the applicant may be reallocated to required coverage within the Perioperative/Surgical Program including Day Surgery Unit, Surgical Stepdown Unit, and Surgical Inpatient Units as needed following all applicable scheduling provisions of the Collective Agreement.

St. Joseph’s Nursing Vision: To make a difference in the lives of those we care for, our organization, and the future of our community through achievement of excellence in nursing and commitment to a culture of nursing innovation, empowerment, leadership and accountability.
Internal applicants are encouraged to apply online via the SJHH Careers website (www.joinstjoes.ca or MyStJoes Intranet). Union staff applying via hard-copy application (ONA Transfer Request or CUPE Vacancy Form, including a current resume) must ensure their application is received by Recruitment before 4:00 p.m. on the Closing Date. Late applications will not be accepted.

All positions will comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety.