MRN – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Pediatrics & Pediatric Urgent Care Clinic (PUCC)

Job Description

MRN Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Pediatrics & Pediatric Urgent Care Clinic (PUCC)

Permanent Part Time (3)

As a Registered Nurse, you’ll use a patient- and family-centred approach in providing holistic, quality, and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario, evidence-based nursing practices and the standards set by Mackenzie Health and outlined in HRO training.

Working independently and collaboratively as part of the interprofessional care team, you’ll contribute to creating a world-class health experience for patients and their families, by demonstrating professionalism at every turn, upholding our values of excellence, leadership and empathy, and exemplifying our Commitment to Caring.

In a dedicated MRN role, you will play an instrumental and active role in safeguarding quality patient care and facilitating efficient staff and resource allocation.

Contribute to safe, quality care by :

• Managing a workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Addressing and resolving issues in a productive, respectful manner.
• Exercising sound professional judgment and using best practice guidelines, following the CNO scope of practice and following the policies of Makenzie Health.
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive environment for all through compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures.

What must you have?

• Current Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program ( certification or willingness to obtain within 3 months.
• Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certificate or willingness to obtain within 3 months.

What else do you bring?

• Minimum of 3 years current experience in Neonatal Intensive Care with current experience as an MRN and familiarity with the pediatric population.
• Proven clinical experience with patient-focused care, including strong patient assessment, care planning, patient education and documentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a sound knowledge of English and an ability to deliver information effectively to others.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills with an ability to work effectively with others including patients and families.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and provide leadership to people of varying experience.
• Functions as a clinical resource lead to staff and students as required, supporting opportunities for staff development.
• Demonstrated strong decision making, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality care and safety with an ability to exercise sound professional judgment and use best practice guidelines and evidence-based practice.
• Proven organizational skills with an ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to effectively address and resolve issues including conflict in a productive and respectful manner.
• Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively within an interprofessional team.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team to implement quality improvement projects.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Computer proficiency with experience working with electronic medical records.
• Robust understanding of the Regulated Health Professions Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, and the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adjust to new or unexpected events in practicing in accordance with the CNO’s Ethics Practice Standard.
• Practices in accordance with the CNO’s Confidentiality and Privacy-Personal Health Information Practice Standard and adheres to the policies and procedures of Mackenzie Health.
• Must have physical strength, flexibility and endurance required to perform the role based on an assessment conducted by the Occupational Health and Safety Department.
• Proven attendance record.
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Effectively uses empathy in interactions with others.
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring and values Excellence, Leadership and Empathy.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.

Preferably, your profile also includes :

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program.
• Completion of a recognized Breastfeeding course.
• Perinatal Nursing Course.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Membership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) / Canadian Nurses Association (CNA).
• This position is represented by ONA.
• You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health.
28 days ago