Registered Practical Nurse - Spinal Neurosurgery

University Health Network • Toronto, ON

7d • CA$41 - CA$59 • Onsite

About The Position

The University Health Network (UHN) is seeking highly motivated professionals to fill the key role of a Registered Nurse in their Spine/Neurosurgery Department. This is a permanent full-time position at the Toronto Western Hospital, specifically within the 5A Spinal/Neurosurgery unit. The unit is a specialized 28-bed spine unit, part of the Krembil Brain Institute (KBI), and is one of a few in the country. Patients on this unit undergo neurosurgical and orthopedic spine procedures, and also receive care for emergent infectious, oncological, and traumatic processes. Common diagnoses include spinal stenosis, herniated discs, spinal cord injuries, spinal tumors and abscesses, neurological disorders, and chronic pain disorders. UHN is Canada's #1 hospital and a leading research hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto, with a vision to build 'A Healthier World'. They hire and train newly graduated nurses.

Requirements

• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification required
• Flexible and able to work effectively and efficiently within a interdisciplinary patient care team
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and decision making skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent computer skills

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are welcome to apply
• BScN degree preferred
• Neurosurgery & Spinal experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Applying knowledge of nursing science, theory, skill and critical decision making in the provision of compassionate, collaborative and competent care in accordance with the UHN Professional Practice Model for Nursing and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN.
• Ensuring practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the UHN policy and procedure.
• Demonstrating commitment to professional life long learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet the needs of the patient population served and the standards of the profession.
• Performing reflective practice, analyzing and evaluating nursing knowledge and modifying practice accordingly to improve the quality of nursing and patient care.
• Performing cross-functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and/or requested.

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.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level