Job Description

Location: Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

Registered Nurse IA
Renal Dialysis Nurse
Regional Medicine Program - Renal Dialysis
Permanent, Full-Time
05297POS
Hours 75 bi-weekly (12-hour shift work; days, evenings and weekends)
Salary NS-29 ($38.93 - $48.14 per hour)
The following financial incentives may be available and can be combined:
1. Signing bonus up to $14,000
2. Come Home incentive up to $50,000
3. Student bursary up to $10,000
4. Relocation support
For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email employment@easternhealth.ca
Competition Number 2024000914
Posted Date 22 February 2024
Closing Date Open until filled

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
This is an independent nursing position that carries out haemodialysis in a satellite unit. The incumbent is responsible for ongoing assessment, intervention, monitoring, educating and evaluation of clients with stable end-stage renal disease that requires dialysis. The clients are initially assessed and treated at the Health Sciences Centre, St. John\'s and are screened as suitable candidates for the satellite site. Clinical and medical backup will be provided through the Renal Dialysis Program at the Health Sciences Centre, St. John\'s. The incumbent will also provide necessary teaching to clients and families, and provide ongoing monitoring of the client situation. As well, the incumbent keeps abreast of technological skills needed to perform duties (e.g. complex equipment and procedures) and participates as an active member of the regional team. Employees may be exposed to Hazardous Medications.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Constantly moves/lifts up to 10 lbs. regularly moves/lifts up to 25 lbs. and occasionally is required to restrain/reposition/move/ lift up to 30 lbs. Pushes/pulls up to medium force.
Constantly stands/walks and works in awkward or cramped positions to assist with procedures.
Constantly uses fine finger/precision, auditory, sensory and visual concentration to provide and conduct risk assessments, observe/monitor patients, to complete documents, follow directions, administer medications, etc.
May be subject to time pressures/deadlines and subject to lack of control over work pace.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from an approved/recognized school of nursing program is required.
Current practicing license with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL).
Current in Basic Life Support Level C - Basic Rescuer.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

• This is a reposted position. If you have already applied your application is on file for consideration.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email, please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext. 5-2 immediately.

To become a part of our team, please submit an updated resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, daytime contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee numbers if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

NL Health Services is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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