Job Description

Casual Registered Nurse (Family Birthing Centre)

Position posting number: 2511220

Rate of Pay: $40.24 to $57.68 per hour

Union: ONA

Schedule: Casual Assignment

Location: Walkerton

Vacancy: Existing

Applications are currently being accepted for a Casual Registered Nurse position for the Family Birthing department at the Walkerton site of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre.

This position is a unionized role under the ONA Collective Agreement. Working conditions are also in accordance with SBGHC's Policies and Ontario's Employment Standards Act (ESA 2000). Reference ONA Collective Agreement and SBGHC's ONA Casual Employees Policy.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Registered with the Ontario College of Nurses as a Registered Nurse Diploma/Degree from a recognized College/University, BScN preferred Minimum of 3 years obstetrics experience within the last 5 years preferred 2 years maternal child experience Ability to support the inpatient unit as required Excellent organizational and problem solving skills with an ability to set priorities Demonstrated strong patient/family health teaching skills Demonstrated effective professional, interpersonal, and therapeutic communication skills required Strong critical thinking, assessment, observation, interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills Thorough knowledge of nursing principles, and demonstrated competence in procedures and practice in accordance with the Standards of Nursing Practice and entry to practice competencies for Registered Nurses, of the College of Nurses of Ontario and regulations of the Regulated Health Professions Act Demonstrates knowledge, experience and the ability to care for patients with the following: initiation and maintenance of IV therapy, administration of medication above the drip chamber, blood and blood product administration, blood glucose monitoring, nasogastric tubes, wound management skills, routine and additional infection control precautions, normal and abnormal lab values Demonstrated ability and desire to work in a collaborative team approach and to adhere to accepted standards of personal conduct Commitment to continued professional development and learning Must be able to work independently Willingness to participate in process improvement Committed to the values of the corporation and to courtesy and compassion in patient care A positive work and attendance record is essential Evidence of ongoing professional development Basic computer literacy required e.g. email, clinical applications, intra/internet Knowledge and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety, Infection Control, and Health Centre policies and procedures

Required Education and Certifications

Prerequisite

Maternal Child Course

Before start or within 3 months

BCLS (Heart & Stroke) ACLS (Heart & Stroke) PALS

Before start or within 6 months

NRP Breast Feeding Course Level 1 Fetal Heart Surveillance

Before start or within 1 year

ECG Interpretation Defibrillation Certification

Preferred Education and Certifications

Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation Coronary Care 1
Employees of SBGHC are eligible to apply for funding towards maintenance of required education and certifications, as per the Corporate Learning Policy.

SBGHC is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SBGHC will provide reasonable accommodation in compliance with AODA when notified by a candidate that accommodation due to a disability is required for the interview process.

Thank you for your continued interest inSouth Bruce Grey Health Centre. We deeply value and celebrate the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, as they are integral to the enrichment of our work environment. We believe that by fostering an inclusive and diverse community, we can achieve our mission of providing exceptional healthcare services to all individuals with compassion and respect. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization including, but not limited to women, racial or ethnic minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples, persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $40.24-$57.68 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee assistance program
Work Location: In person