Registered Nurse

Description:

William Osler Health System is a leading healthcare provider recognized nationally for patient safety and exemplary accreditation status. The Registered Nurse will provide patient-focused, safe, and compassionate nursing care in the Critical Care Unit as part of an inter-professional health care team. The RN will be accountable for all aspects of nursing care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, complying with regulatory and organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Practice safe nursing care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to patient observation.

• Deliver professional and patient-centered care, ensuring physical and psychological well-being in a therapeutic environment.

• Provide compassionate care respecting cultural diversity.

• Follow infection control and prevention protocols.

• Recognize changes in patient condition and respond to emergencies appropriately, including timely consultation and transfer of accountability.

• Provide health teaching and thorough discharge instructions to patients and families to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications:

• Current registration and good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

• Critical Care certification and experience as outlined above.

• BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) and ACLS certifications required.

• Coronary Care I certification required; Coronary Care II preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of nursing theory, process, and professional responsibilities.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an inter-professional team.

• Experience in patient and family-centered care and health teaching.

• Leadership and facilitation skills.

• Strong organizational and critical thinking abilities.

• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Ability to work in a stressful, fast-paced environment.

• Excellent physical assessment skills.

• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act.

• Demonstrates Osler’s values: Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation, and Collaboration.

• Flexibility to work across all Osler sites if required.

• Excellent attendance and punctuality.

• Familiarity with healthcare information systems and technology.

Additional Information:

• Work hours currently include days/nights, 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.

• Eligible for Employee Referral Reward Program.

• Participation in the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) may provide grant funding in exchange for a 2-year employment commitment.