The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who is responsible and accountable for providing quality patient care within a delivery model in accordance with the philosophy, policies and standards of care of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH), the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and all relevant legislation.
Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available
Education :
- Required Critical Care Certificate
- Current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current ACLS / BLS essential
- Coronary Care Level 1 or equivalent essential
- CNCC(C) preferred
- Post Graduate courses in Cardiology, Respiratory Systems and Physical Assessment essential
Experience :
- Sound knowledge of nursing process and responsibilities of profession
- Current progressive nursing experience in Adult ICU / CCU required
- Membership in an associated professional interest group, current with industry trends
- Functions independently within scope of practice
Competencies :
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively using both oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and members of the multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated excellent problem solving ability, critical thinking and organizational skills
- Commitment to professional growth and development of self and others
- Demonstrated commitment to concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service
- Exemplifies RVH core values
- Has excellent attendance record
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to a fast paced and changing environment
- Must be able to perform all physical demands of patient care in the ICU
Unless otherwise stated applicants must have a minimum educational requirement of Grade 12 or equivalent and must demonstrate proven workplace excellence through commitment to strong job performance and attendance.
Please be reminded that as a Regional Health Centre, in order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24 / 7.
Therefore, depending on the program for which you are applying, it may be an expectation that you are available to work week days and weekends, as well as all shifts - days, evenings, and nights.