Registered Nurse, Surgical Day Care PT 2026-6759

Cambridge Memorial Hospital•Cambridge, ON

3d•CA$41 - CA$59•Onsite

About The Position

Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation. Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond. As a key member of the Surgical Day Care (SDC) team, the Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process to direct and deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients in SDC in a safe and proficient manner according to individual patient needs. The successful incumbent continually assesses and monitors the patient´s condition throughout the pre-operative and post-operative period and assures patient safety. The physical demands of the role may include but are not limited to prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.

Requirements

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses in Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse in good standing required
Diploma or Baccalaureate degree in Nursing required
Minimum 3-5 years current clinical experience in Surgical Day Care required.
Certificate from a recognized Community College in Post Anesthetic Recovery Room Care required
Current BCLS required
CMH certified to initiate intravenous lines and administer intravenous medications required.
Must demonstrate evidence of clinical reasoning, problem solving and expanded clinical leadership.
Demonstrated ability to work in a self-directed, fast paced work environment with an interdisciplinary team.
Outstanding organizational skills required
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required
Demonstrates patient-focused care that includes exceptional emergency clinical assessment skills.
Evidences commitment to excellence in professional practice and continuous professional learning.
Demonstrated initiative and accountability.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and crisis management.
Strong member of the interdisciplinary team.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Exceptional communicator.
Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the hospital.

Nice To Haves

ACLS an asset
Completion of basic arrhythmia course an asset.
Computer proficient including knowledge of Meditech system and O.R.+ system would be an asset.
Evidence on ongoing education in perioperative nursing.
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

Utilizes the nursing process to direct and deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients in SDC in a safe and proficient manner according to individual patient needs.
Continually assesses and monitors the patient´s condition throughout the pre-operative and post-operative period and assures patient safety.
Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.