Job Description

Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.

People have always been OSMH's greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals' contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.

Position Summary

The Day Surgery/Endoscopy programs are dedicated to providing safe client care utilizing an effective and efficient team approach. The Registered Nurse in the Day Surgery Program will possess the theoretical knowledge and technical skills required to assess and care for both pre-operative and post-operative patients. Additionally, the incumbent of this position will demonstrate knowledge, skill and judgement in caring for the endoscopic patient post procedure.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current general class certificate of competence to practice as a Registered Nurse in Ontario.
• Qualified to practice within current CNO RN Scope of Practice.
• Current BCLS.
• Post Anesthetic Nursing Certificate Critical Care Certificate Mandatory
• 2 years recent experience in Recovery Room Nursing Mandatory
• Successful completion of Physical Assessment Course.
• Minimum five years nursing experience.
• Minimum two years recent experience in a surgical setting mandatory.
• Excellent work performance and attendance record Mandatory
• IV certified.
• BScN or equivalent of education and experience will be considered
• ACLS preferred.
• Must be willing to participate in continuing education programs.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail while performing patient care in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrates Leadership ability and ability to work well with colleagues
• Demonstrated use of the nursing process and critical thinking to identify perianesthesia/post-operative risk factors.
• Commitment to providing high quality, individualized patient care.
• Ability to make independent decisions and initiate appropriate action based on patient focused best practice guidelines.
• Ability to form good working relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
• Essential duties require ability to lift and move patients, pushing, pulling, bending and stooping.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication skills in relation to working with patients across the care continuum.
• The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to professional development as well as to the Mission and Vision of the Hospital.
• Demonstrates ability to work cohesively with all members of a team

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Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity

OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Accomodation in the Workplace

Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH's Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.

OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.