Registered Nurse - Float

Description

Join our nursing team, where compassion meets excellence! Explore our integrated campus to learn more. 

Job Overview:

As a Registered Nurse (RN) Float within our Staff Resource Team, you will have a dynamic and challenging role that involves providing essential nursing care and support across various nursing units within our healthcare facility. The RN Float is a critical member of our healthcare team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of our institution. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in a variety of clinical areas and develop a wide range of skills. 

Accountabilities:

As a Registered Nurse Float within our Staff Resource Team, your key accountabilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Providing high-quality nursing care to patients across different units, following established policies and procedures.
• Adapting to various clinical environments, working with diverse patient populations, and delivering patient-centered care.
• Assessing and monitoring patient conditions, administering medications, and providing treatments as required.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure the comprehensive and holistic care of patients.
• Maintaining accurate and complete patient records in the Electronic Patient Record system.
• Demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a positive attitude while handling challenging and rapidly changing situations.
• Participating in continuing professional development and training to enhance clinical and leadership skills.
• Promoting a culture of safety and quality care, adhering to all relevant standards of practice and regulations.
• Demonstrating a strong commitment to team success and effective communication within the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications:

To be considered for the position of Registered Nurse Float in our Staff Resource Team, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program preferred.
• Current membership in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BCLS) for registered nurses employed on specific nursing units.
• Ability to adapt to and work effectively on multiple nursing units, including but not limited to specialty units (e.g., neurology, respiratory, amputee, musculoskeletal, long-term mechanical ventilation), and more.
• Ability to achieve 80% on the Functional Independent Measure (FIM) certification exam within the probationary or familiarization period and on recertification exams, if applying to work on specific rehabilitation units (3EA, 3EB, 3EC, 2EB, 2WF).
• Recent related clinical experience preferred.
• Experience with PICC Lines and VAC therapy is an asset.
• Excellent clinical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership skills, including effective management of challenging interpersonal situations.
• Effective communication, both written and verbal, and the ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Electronic Patient Record (EPR) systems.

Join our Staff Resource Team as a Registered Nurse Float and be a part of our dedicated healthcare community, where your versatility and adaptability will make a significant impact on patient care and the success of our institution.

West Park Healthcare Centre employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the hospital’s COVID-19 Immunization Policy. Accommodations to this requirement under the Ontario Human Rights Code may be available subject to supporting evidence.

At West Park Healthcare Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment, an important part of living our brand. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community. 

Our accessible employment practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter. For further assistance please contact the Human Resources Department at recruitment@westpark.org or call (416) 243-3600 extension 4637.

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