Registered Nurse - ICU

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton•Hamilton, ON

7d•CA$41 - CA$59•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse functions as a professional within their professional scope of practice as defined by the College of Nurse of Ontario and the RHPA. The Registered Nurse functions as a professional by utilizing the nursing process in the delivery of all critical care related therapies and nursing care needs for patients requiring Critical Care services. The Registered Nurse is responsible for incorporating critical care standards and competencies into nursing practice as outlined by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Critical Care Standards the Canadian Association of Critical Care Nursing Standards and the College of Nurses of Ontario. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team the Registered Nurse participates in ongoing research patient advocacy ongoing education and the provision of direct care.

Requirements

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
A minimum of 2 years' current acute medical/surgical (or equivalent) related nursing experience is essential
Current BCLS/HCP certification is required
Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
Must have demonstrated an interest in ongoing education in Nursing.
An interest and active participation in ICU research initiatives is an expectation.
Demonstrated ability to organize related activities to remain flexible adapt to crisis situations and rapid change and to function effectively in co-operation with all disciplines of the Health Care Team
Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal communication leadership teamwork and assessment skills
Applicants must be available for the total orientation program at the scheduled time
Good attendance and work record is essential

Nice To Haves

Basic arrhythmia interpretation preferred
Applicants with current acute or critical care nursing experience will be given preference
Current ACLS certification and Critical Care certification preferred
Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred

Responsibilities

Utilizing the nursing process in the delivery of all critical care related therapies and nursing care needs for patients requiring Critical Care services.
Incorporating critical care standards and competencies into nursing practice.
Participating in ongoing research, patient advocacy, and ongoing education.
Providing direct care as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team.
Learning special procedures as approved by the Hospital for Registered Nurses in the critical care area in keeping with the MOHLTC Critical Care Standards.
Maintaining certification(s).