(TDMH) Registered Nurse - OR/Surgical Suite

Rural Roads Health Services - AHI; Tillsonburg; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Rural Roads Health Services - AHI is seeking a Registered Nurse for the OR/Surgical Suite in Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital. The role supports endoscopy, cataracts, general, dental, plastic and orthopedic surgeries, with duties across OR, endoscopy, pre-op and post-op units.

The candidate will have recent OR experience, BLS, and ideally ACLS; certification and perioperative training are required or pursued. Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, and nights as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• Canadian Nurses Association Perioperative Certification or completion of a recognized Perioperative Course is required.
• Recent Operating Room experience is required.
• Current BLS required.
• ACLS preferred.
• Past OR experience beyond five years will be considered.
• PACU, Day Surgery and Endoscopy experience is an asset.
• Operating Room Nursing Association membership is an asset.
• SurgiNet experience preferred.
• Must attend work regularly and foster positive team relationships.
• Must maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in OR, endoscopy, pre-operative and post-operative care units.
• Work shifts in the OR and related suites as required.
• Collaborate with surgical team to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Privacy awareness

Education

Certificate of Competence - CNO

Perioperative Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS preferred

Tools

SurgiNet

Job description

Rural Roads Health Services (RRHS) is actively seeking applicants for a Registered Nurse position for the OR/Surgical Suite Department.

The primary location for this position is: Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital

Position Summary

Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital has a robust surgical program that includes endoscopy, cataracts, general surgery, dental surgery, plastic surgery and orthopaedic surgery.

A Registered Nurse employed in the surgical program will work shifts in the OR, endoscopy suite, pre-operative care and post-operative care units.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• Canadian Nurses Association Perioperative Certification or successful completion of a recognized Perioperative Course is required.
• Recent Operating Room experience is required.
• Current B.L.S. required.
• Current A.C.L.S. preferred.
• Extent and type of past operating room experience will be considered if beyond five years.
• PACU, Day Surgery and Endoscopy experience considered an asset.
• Current Operating Room Nursing Association Membership considered an asset.
• SurgiNet experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships within a team to contribute to a positive work life.
• Is cognizant of emotions and experiences of others while communicating with patients, families and team members.
• Able to recognize the importance of managing your emotions and the impact that it has on team morale and performance.
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality

Other Pertinent Conditions

• Salary per the ONA collective agreement ($41.15 per hour to $58.98 per hour)

Must be available to work all shifts as required, which may include; weekends, statutory holidays, days, evenings and night shifts. Hours are subject to change based on operation needs of the hospital.

We thank all applicants, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Rural Roads Health Services (RRHS) is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted by RRHS regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

Salary: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour