POSITION SUMMARY:
The Registered Nurse at the Regional Centre (OSMH) of the RKCP SM is responsible for comprehensive, co-ordinated and individualized care of patients with end stage renal disease and acute kidney injury requiring hemodialysis treatments in accordance with the mission, vision and goals of the program. The Registered Nurse is an active member of the multidisciplinary care team which provides care and support to patients and families across the Regional Program. The hemodialysis RN provides hemodialysis and renal care to both inpatients and outpatients of the program. This includes acute care treatments across multiple sites of the program. Travel is required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
General:
- Meeting the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice, and functions within the policies and procedures of the Patient
Care Services.
- Organizing and implementing a plan of nursing care to meet the needs of each assigned patient.
- Coordinating the patient care activities and providing effective supervision to others to whom he/she delegates activities.
- Effectively utilizing human and material resources.
- Participating in the orientation of new staff members to the nursing unit.
- Attending educational programs and in-services to enhance his/her knowledge, and participating in the planning and implementing of
same.
- Assessing his/her own professional development needs, and sets goals to meet same.
- Assisting in maintaining the established standards of care through individual performance, participation in hospital committees, and
assisting with workload analysis, Audits etc.
- Cooperating with clinical instructors to provide an educational environment for nursing students. Interpreting and demonstrating
skilled nursing care to students. Participates in preceptor program.
- Maintaining an awareness of current developments in nursing practice.
- Performing Charge Nurse role when assigned.
- Taking responsibility for the safety and welfare of patients.
- Functioning in accordance with established hospital emergency procedures
- Promoting inter and intradepartmental cooperation by effective communication.
- Participating as a member of the multidisciplinary team and promoting effective liaisons between patient, family and physician, and
other health team members and community agencies. Encourages referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Demonstrating knowledge of and maintains competence in accordance with RHPA..
- Participating in assessing health needs and promoting health education and maintenance through patient and family teaching
programs.
Specific:
- Carrying out hemodialysis treatments, including accessing of AV-fistula, grafts and central vein dialysis catheters
- Participating as an active member of the multidisciplinary team of the renal program
- Acting as a role model in clinical excellence in representing the regional centre of the RKCP SM
- Acting as a clinical resource person to members of other nursing departments and other health care professionals on the management
of patients with ESRD across RKCP SM
- Carrying a primary patient case load
Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Program Manager. Potential to be utilized in other patient care areas.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Current certificate of competence to practice as a Registered Nurse in Ontario is required.
- BScN preferred
- CNeph (c) preferred
Experience:
- Minimum one (2) year recent hemodialysis experience required.
Competencies:
- Demonstrated strong communications skills in English, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated computer literacy.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
- Demonstrated strong inter personal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and multi task efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm and focused in tense situations.
- Demonstrated ability to de-escalate situations as they arise.
- Demonstrated ability to be held accountable for actions taken.
- Demonstrated strong recollection skills and ability to document in detail.
- Demonstrated ability to follow standards, policies and procedures.
Other:
- Demonstrates commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self Directed Learning Opportunities.
Our Employees Enjoy
- a professional practice environment
- a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
- wellness initiatives
- continuing education grants
- employee recognition and assistance programs
- a competitive salary and benefits package
- equal opportunities for growth and development
Employment Equity
OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.
Accommodation in the Workplace
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.
All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.
As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in Hiring at OSMH
OSMH may utilize automated screening tools (i.e. questionnaires) to highlight candidates' qualifications; however, OSMH does not involve the use of artifical intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. We recommend applying directly through our website as all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.
Closing Statement
OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
