Registered Nurse - Nursing Resource Team

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

The Nursing Resource Team (NRT) describes a group of uniquely trained nurses who work in a variety of clinical areas in response to needs from the clinical areas related to short term absences or changes in acuity or volume.

The NRT is a group of RN’s and RPN’s deployed to in-patient departments at OTMH, MDH, and GH. Members of the Nursing Resource Team have the opportunity to be trained in specialty areas when needed such as ICU, ED, and Post-partum.

A Registered Nurse assigned to Nursing Resource Team is primarily responsible for applying the nursing process to the care of patients in various clinical areas. You’ll be responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing direct patient care. You’ll also be assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care based on specific components. You’ll assume responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient transition through the continuum of care, patient and family education, and supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction. You’ll administer medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. You’ll also be documenting observations, assessments and changes in patient's condition; collaborating with health team members to facilitate positive patient care outcomes as well as providing a full range of nursing care to patients.

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS Certification at time of hire.
• Recent nursing experience in acute medicine an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer proficiency
• Caring attitude with patients, families and co-workers
• Must be physically able to do the job that involves heavy lifting and intensive physical effort.
• Strong physical assessment skills is required (preference will be given to applicants that have taken the physical assessment course)
• Excellent critical thinking skills, with an ability to set priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrates commitment to continuing education.
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record.

Note: In the event this position is not filled with an internal applicant, New Graduate Nurses will be considered with the following qualifications:

• Eligibility under the New Graduate Initiative through Health Force Ontario
• Completion of a BScN or BN program within the last 12 months
• Successful completion of the Canadian RN Examination (CRNRE or NCLEX-RN) preferred
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario or in progress
• Current BCLS Certification
• Recent nursing experience in acute medicine an asset through clinical placements
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment

The ideal candidate is strong in patient centered care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation.

Hours: Monday to Sunday, Days/Nights, 12 hour shifts, 0730-1930, 1930-0730 (Hours may be subject to change based on operational requirements)

Salary: $39.07 to $56.00 per hour

Date Posted: November 12, 2024

Internal Applicants due by: November 19, 2024

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

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