Job Posting
REGISTERED NURSE – MEDICAL SURGICAL UNITS
A Brighter future starts with you.
#WINDSORNEEDSYOU
Apply to REGISTERED NURSE – MEDICAL SURGICAL UNITS
Windsor, ON, Canada
✓ Pension
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Program Manager, the registered nurse is responsible and accountable for the provision of safe, effective, patient-focused nursing care to patients and families. In collaboration with the family and other team members, the registered nurse is responsible for ongoing assessment and monitoring of the patient’s health status, identification of patient/family needs and the development of plans to meet those needs, the provision of direct patient care, and the evaluation of care. The registered nurse also participates in the ongoing professional development of self and others, and in-unit and hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives.
The registered nurse is responsible for the application of current theory and research in the delivery of care consistent with the vision and values of the hospital and the standards of relevant professional organizations.
The registered nurse complies with the Occupational Health and Safety standards for the hospital and is proactive in promoting a safe work environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous Medical/Surgical experience – preferred
- Availability for all shifts – required
- Knowledge of central line care, PCA pumps, epidurals – asset
- Ability to communicate in French – asset
- Demonstrated mature, professional and responsible attitude
- Good interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities
- Interest in, and ability to participate in education and continuous quality improvement projects – asset
- General good health and a level of fitness appropriate for the demands of the position
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
EDUCATION/TRAINING
- Current Certificate of Registration issued through the College of Nurses of Ontario
- C.L.S. certification – required