Job Description

ROLE

Assess, administer IV medications and monitor patients. Infuse/Preform Transfusions. Co-ordinate all activities related to the care of patients on the unit in an organized and proficient manner to their scope of practice. Take and give report at appropriate times. Provides competent nursing care to all assigned patients. Participates in discharge planning/multidisciplinary rounds, family conferences. Assists other staff with their assignments, as necessary. Ensures physicians' orders are carried out accurately and appropriately; responsible for safe administration of medications and treatments. Assist physicians with procedures as necessary. Responsible for all charting of patients under his/her care. Initiate and assist in Code Blue & Rapid Response procedure. Responsible for assessing and reporting changes in patient condition the patient's physician and charge person when necessary. Assist in the Orientation of new staff members. Provides education to patients and/or family in conjunction with other staff members/departments. Ensures adequate supplies are available and notifies charge person when equipment may need replacing or re-ordered.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited university. Current Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current CPR. IV certification.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

Previous emergency or ambulatory care experience. Visible and approachable for patients, families and staff with ongoing communication regarding patient monitoring and evaluation of activities. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and effectively interact as a team member in an interdisciplinary setting. Effective leader, organizer and planner capable of making timely decisions and exercising tact and good judgement. Effective time management skills. Current knowledge of drugs, treatments and their interactions.

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

Community Commitment Program for Nurses (you could qualify for $25,000) Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC) Retention Bonus $7500 (permanent full-time/permanent part-time, eligible positions only) Extended health benefits (permanent full-time) Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location:

Multi-site working at both Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) in Huntsville, and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) in Bracebridge. Applicants Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Hours of Work:

Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

Recruitment Process

Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

Please Note:

Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.


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We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department Legal entitlement to work in Canada Satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check

Our organization:

MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation

will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled

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