Job Description

ONA

Job Title: Registered Nurse


Status: Regular Full Time

Department: ICU/CCU

Program: Critical Care

12 Hour Shifts, DDNN Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $39.070 - $56 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500002666



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Critical Care Unit (CCU) Registered Nurses (RN) will utilize the nursing process in the provision of patient care. CCU RNs participate as a member of the Multidisciplinary Care Team. As an individual practitioner CCU RNs maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice to maintain nursing records and perform other related duties as assigned.



QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of Critical Care Nursing Certificate B.Sc.Nursing and ACLS, preferred; Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario; Current B.C.L.S.; Experience in Critical Care/Intensive Care setting OR experience in an acute care setting (e.g. Medical or Surgical Program); Demonstrated ventilator and haemodynamic monitoring, EKG interpretation skills; Demonstrated conflict management abilities; Proven effective organizational, critical thinking, prioritization, time-management, problem-solving and teaching skills; Proven effective communication and interpersonal skills; Proven commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO; Demonstrated ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations; Physically capable to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with assistance; Epidural/PCA pain management skills preferred; Must have a satisfactory performance record; Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; Demonstrates an understanding of, and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:



The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).



Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.



Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.



At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.



Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.