Registered Nurse - Brain Program
About The Position
As a member of the rehabilitation team, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/ standards, meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. The principal responsibilities include: planning, managing, evaluating and coordinating comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interdisciplinary practice; using theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care including health promotion for ABI rehabilitation patients and families; educating patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding ABI rehabilitation; participating in interprofessional team care planning forums, rounds and family conferences; providing leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the units related to rehabilitation; participating in professional programs and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self; complying with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.
Requirements
- Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada)
- Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills
- Excellent conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts and ability to articulate the concepts as they relate to ABI rehabilitation
- Superior clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Demonstrated ability to use theoretical concepts and research findings in practice
- Demonstrated ability to teach students within the context of a teaching hospital
- Proven ability to work independently, and as part of an inter-professional team
- Excellent knowledge of standards of rehabilitation nursing practice and applicable health care legislation
- Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursue ongoing professional development
- Ability to provide substantiated rationale for clinical management of patient care
- Computer proficiency required
Nice To Haves
- Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred
- Recent experience in ABI rehabilitation preferred
- Knowledge and demonstrated ability to use behavioral management strategies (Everyday Behavior Tools) preferred
Responsibilities
- Planning, managing, evaluating and coordinating comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interdisciplinary practice
- Using theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care including health promotion for ABI rehabilitation patients and families
- Educating patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding ABI rehabilitation
- Participating in interprofessional team care planning forums, rounds and family conferences
- Providing leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the units related to rehabilitation
- Participating in professional programs and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
- Complying with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients
Benefits
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
