Original job description
Union: ONA # of Vacancies: 2 New or Replacement: Replacement Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: Emergency Department Reports to: Nurse Manager Wage Range: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour (start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance to collective agreement requirements) Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week Shifts: Days/Nights/Weekends/Stat Holidays Status: Permanent Full-Time As a member of UHN and the Nursing Multi-Disciplinary Team in Emergency, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. The principal responsibilities include: 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 lifelong 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.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.Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario required Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required Evidence of continuing education in Emergency and/or critical care nursing preferred Excellent interpersonal and decision making skills BScN preferred Recent Emergency nursing experience an asset Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification an asset Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification an asset Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification an asset Canadian Nursing Association (CNA) Emergency Nurse certification an asset National Emergency Nurses Association (NENA) Canadian Triage & Acuity Scale (CTAS) certification an asset Registration with the RNAO preferredWhy join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) 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.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application. UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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Responsibilities
Provide compassionate, collaborative, and competent emergency nursing care using nursing knowledge, clinical skills, and critical decision-making. Maintain professional and ethical standards, pursue continuing education, and reflect on and adapt practice to improve patient care.
Requirements
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario and Basic Cardiac Life Support certification are required. Emergency or critical care education, a BScN, recent emergency nursing experience, and additional emergency, trauma, or life-support certifications are preferred or considered assets.
Skills
- Emergency Nursing
- Critical Care Nursing
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Patient Care
- Interpersonal Skills
- Reflective Practice
- Continuing Education
- Cardiac Life Support
- Triage
- Trauma Nursing
Benefits
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
- Transit Access
- UHN Shuttle Service
- Flexible Work Environment
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Promotion Opportunities
- Corporate Discounts
- On-Site Gyms
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- Emergency Department
- Nursing Science
- Professional Practice Model
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- Nursing Standards
- Ethical Practice
- Patient Care
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Continuing Education
- Reflective Practice
- BScN
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- BCLS
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- ACLS
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- PALS
- Trauma Nursing Core Course
- TNCC
- Emergency Nurse Certification
- Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale
- CTAS
- RNAO
- Emergency Nursing
- Critical Care Nursing
