Job Description

Company Bio

At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It's You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities--right where people need it most.


Located in the scenic town of Bancroft--on the edge of Algonquin Park--North Hastings Hospital (NHH) offers a perfect mix of career fulfillment and outdoor adventure. Enjoy a close-knit community, breathtaking nature, and year-round activities like snowmobiling, fishing, and water sports.


As the smallest and most rural of Quinte Health's hospitals, NHH provides 24/7 emergency care (including emergency obstetrics), inpatient services, diagnostics, physiotherapy, and telemedicine--working closely with local and regional health teams.


At NHH, you're more than a healthcare provider--you're family. Join a passionate, tight-knit team dedicated to making a difference every day!

Position Summary

As this position is located in a designated rural area, you could qualify for the Tuition Grant Assistance Program.

Required

Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current certification in ACLS, BCLS or CPR, or proof of enrolment in a recertification course. You will be asked to provide a copy of your valid certificate at the time of hire/transfer. Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months of the commencement of the position. Completion of Coronary Care 1 or equivalent (ex. QHC Cardio Concepts) or obtain within 6 months of the commencement of the position. Minimum 1-year recent acute care experience in a medical/surgical department within the last 2 years, or 6 consistent months' acute care experience in an ED environment (for example - transition pool or NGGI), or final consolidation within an ED environment. Able to accompany patients on transfers (i.e. ambulance transfers). Evidence of continuing professional development (please list most recent 3 on application). Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) available to review).

Duties

Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, interpersonal and communication skills to assume in-charge responsibility to function independently. Practices within the scope of professional, legal and ethical standards. Accountable to seek out and obtain education to enhance/improve practice. Formulates the plan of care in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team. Continuously assesses, monitors and evaluates data regarding the patients physical, emotional, and psycho-social status. Continuous analysis of data to formulate nursing response and interventions based on the patient/family wishes, priorities, and needs. Plans interventions in collaboration with the inter-professional care team to formulate an overall plan of care. Implements the established plan of care in collaboration with the inter-professional team using advanced skill and knowledge within his/her professional scope of practice. Evaluates patient outcomes in a manner consistent with independent and interdependent nursing functions. Other duties as assigned.

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or humanresources@quintehealth.ca for assistance.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength

Required Occasionally - lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds

Mobility

Required Constantly - standing Required Frequently - walking, bending/stooping Required Occasionally - sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling Required Rarely - balancing, climbing

Dexterity

Required Frequently - forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion Required Occasionally - fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down) * Required Rarely - foot action