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Job Title: Registered Nurse
Status: Temporary Full Time (~3-6 months)
Department: Cardiology Inpatient (C7)
Program: Medicine
12 Hour Shifts - DDNN (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $40.240 - $57.680 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500003584

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To utilize the nursing process in the provision of patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain health records. Function as a member of a Multidisciplinary Team and to perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
* Current B.C.L.S.;
* Significant recent experience in an acute medical/surgical/cardiology unit required;
* Coronary Care I course (or equivalent) required OR must enroll in the next available Lakeridge Health Telemetry course and successfully complete upon hire. In addition, completion of Coronary Care II or equivalent education (i.e. ICU certificate) is required.
* Proven cardiac rhythm and patient assessment skills (tested);
* Proven effective organizational, critical-thinking, time-management, problem-solving and teaching skills;
* Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills;
* Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations;
* Able to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids;
* Proven ability to assume a leadership/charge role;
* Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CON;
* B.Sc.N and A.C.L.S preferred;
* Must have a satisfactory performance record;
* Demonstrated an understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education sessions;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; and
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.