Unit Summary
Diagnostic Services supports a high volume of diverse adult and pediatric patients and families, providing service within Radiology, CT Scan, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound and Interventional. Most areas within this Unit function 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
Position Summary
As a member of a Multidisciplinary Health Care team, the Registered Nurse coordinates, performs and evaluates interventional diagnostic radiology examinations and provides patient care to meet the clients and family needs with the core values of respect, caring, innovation and accountability. Guides and directs clinical and technical associates in a teaching and research environment and functions independently with diverse & complex patient population and procedures in all area of Diagnostic Services. Rotation though all modalities and sites based on qualifications and unit requirements maybe required.
Schedule Work Hours
days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays (standby as required)
Qualifications
1. Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
2. Current BCLS registration
3. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or willingness to certify.
4. Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or willingness to certify if applying at a site which specializes in pediatric patients
5. 1 year recent (within 2 years) experience in critical care or emergency room nursing
6. 1 year recent (within 2 years) experience in Procedural Room or Operating Room nursing.
7. Port-a-Cath and Central Line Access certified
8. PACU and/or assessment component of the critical care course
9. Demonstrated effective communication, organization and interpersonal skills
10. Effective problem solving skills, critical thinking and the ability to prioritize in a fast paced clinical environment
11. Evidence of participation in on going education & professional development
12. Demonstrated ability to work responsibly in a team environment.
13. Within 30 minutes for call to site.
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Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.
To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.
This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.