Job Description
IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source. An individual is fully vaccinated if they have provided proof of vaccination in the form of a receipt from COVaxON (the Ministry's provincial system for COVID-19 vaccination information) and 14 days have elapsed from the final dose. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement.Position SummaryRegistered Nurse (RN), Critical Care UnitYour goal in this position is to provide excellent patient and family centered care in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner. You will do this by collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of care providers, with an emphasis on the assessment, education, prevention, maintenance, and restoration of patient health. You're a great relationship builder and foster close contacts with peers across the entire organization. You have great interpersonal skills and effortlessly connect with patients and families, physicians, staff, volunteers. You can adapt to changing technological advances. This position supports the Hospital's academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers , learners, patients and families.Great Registered Nurses are:Organized - they embrace the challenge of prioritizing patient care demands in a fast paced environment, and are eager to engage with new challenges every single dayGreat Communicators - they communicate effectively with colleagues, staff, volunteers and familiesDecisive - at the end of the day, they have the ability to make the big decisions, to take ownership of their actions, and use their critical thinking and problem solving skills in the best interests of the patientSafety Conscious - they know that keeping everyone safe and healthy is the highest priority, and follow all H&S policies and guidelinesCommitted - they embrace our learning culture and demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development to enhance their knowledge and skills.On a practical level, you willBe committed to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvementAssume a leadership/charge role with demonstrated evidence of self- motivation regarding continuing education in areas of patient assessment, patient education and related Clinical SpecialtiesFoster good public relations and working relationships in a family centered care environmentDemonstrate your ability to perform appropriately in emergency situationsQualificationsDiploma in Nursing, Baccalaureate Degree in NursingRegistered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of OntarioCritical Care Certificate, requiredCurrent Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certificationAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), preferredCritical Care/ICU Experience, preferredBilingualism in French/English an assetWhat We OfferWorking at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada's leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Permanent position, with 12 hour shifts. Day and night shifts including weekends, in the Critical Care Unit (CrCU). We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan. #INDOHow to ApplyThink you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.North York General Hospital
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