Southlake Regional Health Centre is a full-service hospital with a regional, clinically advanced focus. We provide our communities with care right from birth to end of life and in addition, we provide top-notch services such as cardiac and cancer care across York Region and Simcoe-Muskoka. We do this through innovative partnerships and amazing people, who represent every aspect of our many services. With a team of more than 3,000 employees, 580 physicians and more than 900 volunteers, Southlake is committed to creating an environment where the best experiences happen.

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) role models clinical excellence and the core competencies of the practice standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), as well as the policies and procedures of Southlake Regional Health Centre (Southlake). The RN works collaboratively as a member of the health care team. The RN provides direct patient care to patients based on the three-factor framework as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario standard, RN and RPN Practice: The Client, Nurse and the Environment. These three factors have an impact on decision making related to care-provider assignment as well as the need for consultation and collaboration among care providers. All nurses make a commitment to lifelong learning.

The successful candidate will be motivated, self-directed and a key member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team with defined roles focused on quality patient care and patient flow. The successful candidate will be responsible to provide excellent care to a diverse acute medical patient population in a fast-paced setting.

The Registered Nurse will provide support to the three Critical Care units in the Cardiac Program (CVICU/CICU/ICU).

Main Duties & Responsibilities

· Provides patient and family focused care within the RN scope of practice, based on the three factor framework of the College of Nurses of Ontario

· Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes.

· Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines and legislation.

· Communicates effectively with patients, families and all members of the healthcare team.

· Practices collaboratively with members of the healthcare team to provide elements of care for patients/clients with complex health issues.

· Practices collaboratively with other members of the inter-professional health care team.

· Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed

· Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis.

· Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.

· Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units.

· Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.

· Takes a leadership role in the coordination of patient care in assigned area

· Assumes charge nurse role when assigned

· Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students

· Effectively utilizes human and material resources

· Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical pathways

· Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed

· Other duties as assigned by Manager/delegate.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Current RN Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Three (3) to five (5) years recent critical care nursing experience or Critical Care Certificate
• BCLS required
• ACLS preferred
• BScN preferred
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated problem assessment skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Demonstrated individual leadership skills

Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities:

It is the responsibility of all Southlake Regional Health Centre employees to work in a safe manner and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Accommodation & Diversity in the Workplace

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department. Successful candidates will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination (two doses) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source directly to the Occupational Health and Safety department. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement to the recruitment team. A recruitment representative may follow up with you for further information if necessary.

At Southlake, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. We are dedicated to building a work place that reflects the diversity of our community in which we live and serve, including those with disabilities, visible minorities, aboriginal persons, members of sexual minority groups and others who may contribute to diversity within our organization. Southlake is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and will work proactively through all stages of recruitment to create a barrier free process and to provide accommodation as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person

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