Job Details

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To use the nursing process in providing patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice.

To maintain nursing records and function as a member of a multidisciplinary team. To perform other related duties as assigned. Successful applicants will be required to work in the Paediatric inpatient units at either/both LHO and LHAP. Cross-training in NICU required

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
* Current BCLS
* PALS -preferred or a commitment to complete within 6 months of hire
* Demonstrated experience with Paediatric medical/surgical required;
* Proven Paediatric skills with; IV initiation and capillary blood collection, proficiency with advanced oxygen delivery systems and NG/G-tubes required;
* Knowledge of Paediatric pathophysiology, especially related to medically complex children and developmental needs of children aged newborn-18 years old required;
* Sound knowledge and application of nursing skills as listed in the CNO;
* B.Sc.N preferred;
* Demonstrated effective organizational, problem-solving, and teaching skills;
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
* Sound judgment, good observation, patient assessment skills, tact, and empathy;
* Able to perform appropriately in emergency situations;
* Able to lift, turn, and transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids;
* Able to assume a leadership/supervisory role;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork, and Joy;
* Must have a satisfactory performance record;
* 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 education in this area; and
* Proven good attendance record with the capability of maintaining this same standard.

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).

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 and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients.

New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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