Registered Nurse – Rehab & Neurological Unit - Medicine Program Job at Southlake Regional Health Centre
Southlake is building healthy communities through outstanding care, innovative partnerships, and amazing people. We deliver a wide range of healthcare services to the communities of northern York Region and southern Simcoe County. Our advanced regional programs include Cancer Care and Cardiac Care and serve a broader population across the northern GTA and into Simcoe-Muskoka.
Our team of nearly 6,000 staff, physicians, volunteers, students and Patient and Family Advisors are committed to creating an environment where the best experiences happen. As a recognition of our commitment to quality and patient safety, we have received the highest distinction of Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada.
JOB SUMMARY:
Rehab & Neurological Unit is a 40-bed unit with care divided into acute medicine, acute stroke/neurology and stroke/neurology rehab. Unit allows for staff to diversify their learning and skill with focus on medicine and neuro/stroke subspecialty.
Extensive interdepartmental collaboration with team consisting of dedicated Occupational Therapists and OT Assistants, Physiotherapists and PT Assistants, Speech Language Pathologist, Social Worker, Nurse Practitioner and RNs, RPNs and PSW care model.
Please join our RNU family!
The Registered Nurse (RN) role models clinical excellence and the core competencies of the practice standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), as well as the policies and procedures of Southlake Regional Health Centre (Southlake). The RN works collaboratively as a member of the health care team. The RN provides direct patient care to patients based on the three-factor framework as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario standard, RN and RPN Practice: The Client, Nurse and the Environment. These three factors have an impact on decision making related to care-provider assignment as well as the need for consultation and collaboration among care providers. All nurses make a commitment to lifelong learning.
The successful candidate will be motivated, self-directed and a key member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team with defined roles focused on quality patient care and patient flow. The successful candidate will be responsible to provide excellent care to a diverse acute medical patient population in a fast-paced setting.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:
- Provides patient and family focused care within the RN scope of practice, based on the three factor framework of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes.
- Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines and legislation.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families and all members of the healthcare team.
- Practices collaboratively with members of the healthcare team to provide elements of care for patients/clients with complex health issues.
- Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team.
- Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed.
- Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis.
- Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.
- Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units.
- Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.
- Takes a leadership role in the coordination of patient care in assigned area.
- Assumes charge nurse role when assigned.
- Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students.
- Effectively utilizes human and material resources.
- Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical pathways.
- Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by Manager/delegate.
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse.
- Current BCLS certificate required.
- BScN preferred.
- Current ACLS certificate preferred.
- Recent experience working in a medical or complex medical rehab nursing unit within the last two years.
- Recent experience working with CVA patients.
- Current competence in using glucose monitoring devices.
- Competence in starting and maintaining IVs.
- Excellent physical assessment skills.
- Demonstrates excellent problem solving, decision making and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Demonstrates initiative and the ability to function both independently and as an interprofessional team member in a fast paced demanding environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and public relations skills.
- Demonstrates excellent clinical skills and professional leadership capabilities with a focus on collaborative teamwork, patient flow and quality improvements.
- Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
- Good working knowledge of Electronic Documentation.
- Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients, family and staff.
- Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Regional Health Center.
- Always with compassion
- Power of many
- Serve with purpose
- Every voice matters
- Courage to think differently
Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities: It is the responsibility of all Southlake Regional Health Centre employees to work in a safe manner and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.
Accommodation & Diversity in the Workplace: At Southlake, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. We are dedicated to building a work place that reflects the diversity of our community in which we live and serve, including those with disabilities, visible minorities, aboriginal persons, members of sexual minority groups and others who may contribute to diversity within our organization. Southlake is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and will work proactively through all stages of recruitment to create a barrier free process and to provide accommodation as required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: $34.24-$49.02 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Licence/Certification:
- RN Certificate of Registration from CNO (required)
Work Location: One location
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