Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

To collaboratively participate in the planning and delivery of total nursing care to meet individual patient needs in accordance with the philosophy, objectives, and policies of 3400 Cardiology Inpatient units. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, provides quality patient care within the scope of professional nursing practice to patients and families on 3400. Although primarily assigned 3400, the RN may be floated as needed by nursing supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current registration as a practicing member of the Nurses Association of New Brunswick.
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support Course and recertified yearly as a condition of continuing employment (or willingness to obtain)
• Possesses the medical/surgical nursing knowledge and clinical skills/expertise necessary to provide care for this population and off service patients.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergency situations, rapidly changing priorities, and complex patient care needs.
• Be willing to obtain and maintain competency in the nursing care of patient requiring:

• BCMI (Basic Cardiac Monitoring Interpretation)
• BCLS and ACLS certification
• Basic ECG interpretation
• Administration of titrated and IV push cardio-active drugs.
• Defibrillation certification and willingness to participate as a member of the Code Blue Team
• CVAD line - central venous access device
• Accessing/de-accessing Port-a-caths and Hickman lines within three (3) months
• PN - parental nutrition
• Care of the dying and family care
• Other competencies as necessary
• Pain Management course

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or obtain within 1 year.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, as assigned, including weekends and holidays throughout the year.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work Record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with patients, families, other departments, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and good judgement.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated professional initiative and good judgment in the application of nursing care including strong critical thinking skills.
• High regard for confidentiality
• Demonstrated adherence to legislation and Horizon Health 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.
• Attend work on a regular basis.
• Willing to accept change and demonstrate the ability to adapt in a changing environment.
• Work in other patient care areas as requested by nursing supervisor/manager.

COMPETENCIES

• Attention to Detail - Pays close attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of work
• Communication - Effective in communicating with others
• Decision Making - Is capable of making decisions independently and in groups
• Flexibility - Can adapt to changing needs and priorities
• Information gathering - Is effective in gathering information from others
• International Relations - Is purposeful in developing and maintaining respectful relationships with others
• Patient Client Focus - Is consistent in demonstrating concern for meeting the needs of others
• Planning and prioritizing work - Is adept at planning and prioritizing daily work
• Problem Solving - Is effective in communicating with others
• Teamwork and Collaboration - Is purposeful in collaborating with others and works well in a team environment

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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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