Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

• To collaboratively participate in the planning and delivery of total nursing care in the operating room, recovery room, day surgery, and pre-surgical screening clinic to meet individual patient needs in accordance with the philosophy, objectives and policies of the hospital and the nursing department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge as well as adhere to and promote the mission, vision, values, philosophy, objective goals, policies and procedure of Horizon\' s OR/DS/PACU standards.
• Ability to perform duties within the RN scope of practice in accordance with OR/DS/PACU standards.
• When needed, assist the anesthesia department during all 3 phases of anesthesia: Induction, Maintenance and Emergence.
• Demonstrate initiative and good judgement.
• Patient Safety is a critical aspect of quality healthcare.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Current active registration with Nurses Association of New Brunswick, or eligible for such.
• Minimum of 3 years of OR/Day Surgery/PACU experience is a requirement.
• Completion of a peri-op course or willing to obtain in the first 6-12 months of hire.
• BCMI required.
• Must become trained in IV Therapy procedures in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Successful completion of Basic Life Support Course and recertify yearly.
• Willingness to participate in continuing education programs.
• Must be willing to rotate to other areas of the hospital as required.
• Must be willing to complete required certification programs for medical delegate functions and advanced nursing skills (or Advanced Competencies) in accordance with Horizon \' s OR/DS/PACU standards.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, public, coworkers, Public Health agencies and Medical Staff.
• Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stressful situations and to set priorities.
• Demonstrated adherence to legislation and Horizon Health Network Zone 7 Confidentiality Policy to ensure all patient, business, financial and employee information is accessed on an as need to know basis.
• Patient Safety is a critical aspect of quality healthcare. Successful candidates must be accountable for creating a culture of safety, working as a team, communicating effectively and responding to adverse events.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position as per Horizon\' s OR/DS/PACU standards.
• Good work record.

COMPETENCIES

• Leadership
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Patient/CIient Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing work
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Critical Thinking

Successful candidates must be accountable for creating a culture of safety, working as a team, communicating effectively, and responding to adverse events. These are only the basic and primary duties. Successful applicants will not be limited to these specific duties but expected to expand their role accordingly to enhance unit functioning.

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon\xe2\x80\x99s

Interested? Apply Today?

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon\xe2\x80\x99s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon\xe2\x80\x99s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon\xe2\x80\x99s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

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