Current Opportunities

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the provision of safe, effective, patient focused nursing care to patients and families. In collaboration with the patient, family and other team members, the Registered Nurse is responsible for ongoing assessment and monitoring of the patient’s health status, identification of patient/family needs and the development of plans to meet those needs. The Registered Nurse complies with the Occupational Health and Safety standards for the hospital and is proactive in promoting a safe work environment.

Qualifications:

3-5 years of Medical/Surgical experience – preferred

3-5 years of Complex Medical Care experience - preferred

Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to think innovatively and independently.

Ability to function within an inter-disciplinary team to facilitate safe handling and care of patients based on evidence and best practice

Thorough knowledge of nursing principles, procedures and practice in accordance with the standards of Nursing Practice of the College of Nurses and regulations of the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA)

Excellent communication skills; Proficiency in French language is an asset

Education and/or Certification:

Current Certificate of Registration issued through the College of Nurses of Ontario - required

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - required

Fundamentals of Palliative Care - preferred

Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE) – preferred

Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative Care (LEAP) – preferred

B.C.L.S. certification - required

Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and hospital needs, we strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department at 519 257 5111 ext. 73023 so we can provide you with appropriate services.