2500003560 - Registered Nurse

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Job Title: Registered Nurse

Status: Temporary Part Time (~6 months)

Department: OG9 MEDICINE UNIT / COPD

Program: Medicine

12 Hour Shifts - Days, Evenings, Nights & Weekends (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $40.240 - $57.680 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500003560

Duties And Responsibilities

Utilizing the nursing process to provide safe, competent care to assigned patients; using a systematic problem-solving approach to assess the condition and identify the needs of the patient; observing and enforcing aseptic technique and infection control principles required in the prevention of nosocomial and communicable diseases; developing a plan of care for patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team; maintaining competence and professionalism relevant to current practice; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Current B.C.L.S.;
• Significant recent general medicine or equivalent related experience;
• Significant and recent experience in caring for a patient with infectious diseases;
• Knowledge of infection control and health and safety practices and procedures;
• Demonstrated sound judgement, good observation and patient assessment skills;
• Sound knowledge and application of nursing skills as listed in the C.O.N. "Standards of Nursing Practice";
• Proven good organizational, prioritization; time-management; problem-solving and teaching skills;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrated ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations;
• Physically capable of lifting, turning, transferring patients manually and with mechanical aids;
• Proven ability to assume a charge/preceptorship role;
• Infection control experience and strong pulmonary assessment skills, preferred;
• Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CON;
• B.Sc.N, preferred;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record.
• Demonstrated competence in central line management, IV therapy, wound care management, Tracheostomy care and caring for the elderly, preferred;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; and
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

Note: This description consolidates the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role and removes unrelated or duplicate postings listed below.

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