Access and Flow Nurse, Emergency - Part Time Temporary (until Approx March 31, 2025) - Markham site

Land acknowledgement :

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island.

The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial.

This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are :

You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage

You are a patient and / or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard

You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for :

Reporting to the Manager of the Emergency Department (ED), the ED Access and Flow Nurse will work in collaboration with ED team and corporate stakeholders including the Medicine Access & Flow RN and Manager of Access & Flow / Administrator on Site ( AOS), to support flow efficiencies (using business intelligence tools / dashboards).

The ED access and flow nurse will have oversight on operational performance for all ED patients from arrival to the ED, to the point of discharge from the ED / transfer to the inpatient units or transfer to external sites, with a focus on meeting provincial Pay for Results (P4R) targets, as well as improving patient safety and patient experience indicators.

What you bring to the role :

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses as a Registered Nurse

Current BCLS certification and motivation to complete your ACLS certification within 6 months

Minimum 3 years of recent emergency department experience

1-2 years Leadership Experience (projects, charge nurse / team leader / supervisor / flow leader) preferred

Completion of an accredited college Coronary Care 1 program or proof of demonstrated current enrollment or equivalent required, or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire

RNAO membership is preferred

Emergency Nursing / Critical Care Certificate and / or ENC(C) is a definite asset

TNCC and ENPC certification are highly recommended

Excellent physical assessment skills; Physical Assessment courses are an asset

Proficient computer skills

Demonstrated commitment to a patient / family centred care environment

Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills

Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently

Well developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skills

Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience

Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards

Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule :

The successful candidate must be available to work 8 / 12 hour day / evening shifts with flexibility to cover additional shifts as required.

Please note schedule may change due to operational needs.

Compensation :

Salary Band J : Ranges from $37.96 -54.42 per hour plus premium pay may be applicable

Who we are :

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year.

We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services.

We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond.

We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Are you ready to join us?

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required).

In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health.

Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023 . We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country.

Learn more about our commitment to EDI .

Learn more about our Honoured to care culture :

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