Registered Nurse - Surgical

Njoyn; Brantford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team at an established community hospital that has been positively impacting lives for over 130 years. This role offers the opportunity to provide exceptional nursing care in a supportive environment, where your skills in critical thinking, patient assessment, and teamwork will be valued. With flexible work schedules and a commitment to employee wellness, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes care, accountability, respect, and equity. If you are a self-directed nurse with a passion for patient care and a desire to grow in your profession, this position is an excellent opportunity for you to make a meaningful difference.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

HOOPP Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• 1 year of current surgical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in the surgical program.
• Ensure patient safety and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Patient Assessment

Venipuncture

I.V. Starts

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Education

Accredited Nursing Program

Registered Nurse with College of Nurses of Ontario

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification

Job description

Exceptional Care–Exceptional People

The Brant Community Healthcare System is a two site Community Hospital located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario.

• The Brantford General is an acute care hospital.
• The Willett in Paris is an urgent care centre and transitional beds.

By choosing to work at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), you are joining an organization with more than 130 years of making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve throughout our communities. We value Care, Accountability, Respect and Equity, and we are working together to build a healthier community!

Why Choose BCHS?

• Tuition Reimbursement (Centralized Education Fund).
• Casual, Part time and Full time positions.
• Many of our inpatient units have PSW support as part of their care teams.
• We accept availability for part time staff and have a variety of full time DDNN schedules.
• HOOPP Pension Plan.
• Unionized with ONA.
• Predictable work locations.
• Discounted onsite parking (no shuttles or waiting lists).
• Support 24/7 - you’re not on your own (managers on call, physicians, allied health and support staff).
• Wellness matters, our Employee Assistance program is free and confidential to all employees and family members.
• Ongoing infection and prevention control measures, education, appropriate PPE and support available to all employees.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for comprehensive nursing care in the surgical program and must meet the following criteria:

Educational Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited college or university nursing program.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

Mandatory Qualifications

• 1 year of current (within 2 years) surgical experience.
• Able to perform venipuncture and I.V. starts.

Mandatory Competencies

Cognitive:

• Proven critical thinking skills.
• Excellent patient assessment skills.
• Well-developed negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Technical:

• Self-directed individual with the ability to work both independently and within an interprofessional team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professionalism in nursing.
• Creative problem solver with a customer focus and patient-friendly approach.
• Ability to multitask and set priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to establish work relationships with external partners.
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a team focus.

Preferred Competencies

• Experience in patient teaching.

Primary Responsibilities also include:

Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientation and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

To ensure there is equal opportunity during the recruitment and selection process, BCHS provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities upon request.