Registered Nurse Haemodialysis

Humber River Health•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$41 - CA$59•Onsite

About The Position

Humber River Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to work within their Haemodialysis Unit as part of the Nephrology Program. This role involves utilizing a chronic disease prevention and management (CDPM) and self-management approach to support patients throughout their kidney care journey. Humber River Health, North America's first fully digital hospital, emphasizes technology and clinical expertise to improve patient care, reduce inefficiencies, and minimize errors. The hospital serves a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto and is committed to equity, inclusivity, and community connection, while also being affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University for research and academic collaboration. The position is temporary part-time, with a duration until June 2027, reporting to the Manager of Haemodialysis.

Requirements

Current RN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
BCLS certification upon hire to show proof of valid current certification (Registered Nurses currently employed by HRH are exempted)
Minimum one year acute care experience required
Patient assessment course and demonstrated good patient assessment skills
Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work with a multidisciplinary team, including other health team members, patients, family members and visitors
Demonstrated good patient/family teaching skills
Ability to prioritize and complete assignments in a reasonable length of time
Demonstrated sound judgement, good observation and patient assessment skills, tact and empathy
Demonstrated ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations
Proven ability to perform a leadership/preceptorship role
Physically capable of performing the essential duties of the position
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Humber's comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff patient, and environmental safety, and participation in regular in-service education in this area
Ability to be flexible and effectively work in a busy environment with changing priorities and tight deadlines
Demonstrated initiative in improving work skills and processes
Demonstrate competency in a variety of skills including (but not limited to), intramuscular injections, intravenous therapy initiation and discontinuation, blood transfusion, wound care dressing, medication administration, etc.
Demonstrated proficiency in initiating I.V therapy, I.V push meds and venipuncture
Excellent attendance and discipline free record required

Nice To Haves

BScN preferred
Nephrology or Hemodialysis experience is an asset
Nephrology certificate courses completed or commitment to complete within an agreed period of time
Experience in peritoneal dialysis an asset
Basic computer skills and Meditech experience is an asset
Knowledge of a second language as asset
An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

All aspects of care for patients receiving hemodialysis in the dialysis unit, long-term care unit, or congregate facilities partnered with HRH
Provision of acute hemodialysis treatment on inpatient units, ICU, ER, and LTC partners
Participation in on call rotation for provision of acute hemodialysis treatment
Providing patient education and follow-up to episodic concerns raised during the dialysis treatment
Providing comprehensive care to assigned patient that includes but not limited to ensuring plan of care is developed in collaboration with multidisciplinary team, updated and communicated with team in a timely manner
On call duties as assigned