Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.
WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.
At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.
Position Vacancy: Pre-Admit Clinic
Position: Registered Practical Nurse - Unifor Service
Hours of Work: Temporary Part-Time Approx. until February 2028
Location: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)
Position Summary :
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Pre-Surgical Clinic must be professionally accountable and practice according to the current standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and WRHN Standards of practice, policies and code of conduct. RPN provides effective, high quality nursing care and is responsible for the assessment of pre-op patients, patient education, and effective communication with physicians and other members of the nursing and interdisciplinary team. The RPN can work independently and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills in order to effectively prepare the patients for general and cardiac surgery through direct patient contact as well as by means of phone interviews.
Position Responsibilities:
- Utilizes WRHN and CNO nursing standards of practice in the planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care
- Recognize risk factors that may impact the patient's surgical experience and communicate effectively with the team to mitigate risk and support optimal patient care and outcomes
- Demonstrate strong time management and critical thinking skills in a fast paced and challenging clinical environment
- Demonstrate leadership skills and effective teamwork skills
Work effectively with all members of the team including nurses, physicians, allied health and support staff etc
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Position Requirements:
- Registered Practical Nurse, in good standing, with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Three to five (3-5) years of surgical experience
- Able to demonstrate excellent venipuncture and assessment skills\
- Evidence of commitment to self- directed learning
- Excellent communication skills including proven ability to manage conflict
- Strong prioritization and time management skills
- Positive work record and excellent attendance record;
- Recent experience in Pediatrics, gynecology, Ortho, and General Surgical Nursing
- Demonstrated knowledge of external pacemakers and chest tube management
- Cerner experience, an asset
Application Instructions:
EMPLOYEES OF WRHN MIDTOWN & CHICOPEE ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.
Where applicable, as per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.
WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.
Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
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