Job Description

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MSSU is a 15 bed inpatient unit that cares for patients who have a variety of acute and complex medical patients. The team consists of physicians, registered nurses, registered practical nurses, patient care assistants, dietitians, pharmacists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, discharge planners, social worker, a respiratory therapist, a speech language pathologist, spiritual care, patient service clerks, and volunteers. Each member has a specific role to play to ensure seamless integration of care and together, they strive to provide exceptional care to each patient and family.


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.


As the RN, you will care for patients in the Medical Short Stay Unit (MSSU). In this role you will assess, plan, coordinate and manage care of patients and families in conjunction with an interdisciplinary team and according to hospital and department policies and procedures.


As a qualified candidate you will have the following job requirements:





Current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario Current BCLS Additional formal educational requirements/certifications as required in department Membership in professional association specific to nursing service area Computer literacy in current software applications Demonstrated commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others Demonstrated commitment to the concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service
You will be an ideal candidate for this position if you have:





Ability to function independently within the scope of practice Sound problem solving, communication (oral and written), conflict resolution and decision-making skills Excellent organizational skills Sound knowledge of nursing process and responsibilities of profession Ability to learn about, from and with other members of the patient care team to foster a strong Interprofessional model of care Exhibits the core values of Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre: Team up, Be kind, Do great things, Inspire trust, Be bold
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.