RPN - Temp. Part-Time - Same Day Surgery/Short Stay Unit/Inpatient Surgery (Q4) - Belleville - Jobs in Belleville, ON

Job Description

Company BioQuinte Health Care (QHC) is a progressive and integrated system of four hospitals working with partners to provide exceptional care to their local communities.Care is provided through four hospitals – Belleville General Hospital, North Hastings Hospital, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, and Trenton Memorial Hospital – and includes four emergency departments, operating rooms at three hospitals, a rehabilitation day hospital, children’s treatment centre, ambulatory care clinics, community mental health programs, and a range of diagnostic services. There are inpatient beds for acute medical patients, intensive care, obstetrics, paediatrics, mental health, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and surgery.With fantastic restaurants, a thriving arts and culture scene, and more than 40 wineries, the Quinte region is an excellent place to live. The array of parks, picturesque beaches, golf courses, and waterfront trails, provide plenty of opportunity for outdoor adventure. This dynamic, growing community offers affordable housing in both urban and rural settings and is an easy commute to larger centres such as Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa and Montreal. Visit www.bayofquinte.ca to learn more about the region.Position SummaryAt Quinte Health Care, the Same Day Surgery (SDS) and Inpatient Surgical Nurses are highly skilled healthcare professionals, who play a critical role within our inter-professional care team. Reporting to the Perioperative Manager, the SDS Nurse assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of the preoperative and postoperative patient. The RPN is responsible for ensuring that his/her professional practice and behavior meets legislative requirements and the standards of the profession as designed by the College of Nurses of Ontario.Required

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Current CPR or BCLS certificate;
• Minimum of 6 months working experience on a medical/surgical inpatient unit or final student placement on an inpatient surgical unit within the last year; and
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (Physical Demands Analysis PDA available to review).

Duties

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care;
• As an RPN in SDS/Short Stay Unit/Inpatient Surgery, the nurse will utilize specialized knowledge, skills and judgement in assessing health needs and in planning, administering and evaluating patient care;
• Responsible, and accountable for the coordination and delivery of care within the framework of collaborative practice, consulting and collaborating with Registered Nurses, and other members of the health care team, as required.
• Demonstrates excellence in communication, patient-centred care, and teamwork/collaboration.
• Maintains nursing records;
• Participates in CI Programs to ensure a high level of patient care; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Closing StatementQuinte Health Care is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.Equal OpportunityQuinte Health Care is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 for assistance.Physical Demands AnalysisStrength

• Required Occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds

Mobility;

• Required Constantly – standing;
• Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping;
• Required Occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling; and
• Required Rarely – balancing, climbing.

Dexterity

• Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion;
• Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down); and
• Required Rarely – foot action.

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