At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide specialized care to critically ill patients in a dynamic team environment.
- Company: North Bay Regional Health Centre, committed to quality healthcare and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to patient safety and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while working with advanced medical technology.
- Qualifications: Must have current nursing registration and critical care experience.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
Department: Critical Care Unit
Initial competition is now closed.
We are continuing to accept applications until a candidate is selected.
The Critical Care Unit is a 16-bed specialized unit caring for critically ill patients who require constant monitoring and whose conditions can be life threatening.
Low nurse to patient ratios assures close monitoring and early detection of any subtle changes in patient condition.
We provide care to cardiac, medical and surgical patients (from pediatric to geriatric).
A team of specially educated and experienced staff deliver specialized care with state-of-the-art monitoring systems.
The team consists of Anaesthetists, Internists, Surgeons, Registered Nurses, Registered Respiratory Therapists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Pharmacists, Dietitians, Social Workers, and Pastoral Care.
QUALIFICATIONS
Certification/Experience/Knowledge
- Current Certificate of Registration ~ College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (HCP) Certificate required (recent within the last twelve months)
- Current Advanced Cardiac life Support (ACLS) Certificate required
- Current Certificate in I. V. Therapy and Central Line Management required
- Coronary Care Course (min. 25 hrs.) and/or Lead II/12 Lead Interpretation Course (min. 15 hrs.) required
- Minimum (2 - 3 years) Medical/Surgical experience (within the last 2-3 years) required
- Minimum (1-2 years) Critical Care experience (within the last 2-3 years) required
- Critical Care Certificate or in the process of obtaining is an asset
- Must have or be able to obtain certification of added nursing skills and delegated medical acts specific to C. C. U. by the end of orientation period:
- Cardioversion/defibrillation
- Application of external pacemaker
- Arterial line management
- Emergency drugs administration
- Ventilators
- Central Line management with CVP monitoring
Skills/Abilities
- Must demonstrate excellent level of interpersonal skills
- Must demonstrate excellent level of written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary team, clients, families, regional support services and community partners required
- Ability to provide health teaching to individuals and groups required
- Must be committed to continuing education on an annual basis and demonstrate commitment to quality improvement required
- Ability to effectively assume a leadership role as a collaborative member of the health team required
- Ability to assume responsibility for patient care in a total patient care climate required
- Able to meet the physical demands required to provide nursing care to all patients required
- Ability to problem-solve and function in fast-paced environment required
- Excellent demonstrated assessment, critical thinking and intervention skills required
- Must demonstrate basic computer knowledge
- Must demonstrate commitment to ensure personal safety, safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors
- Ability to support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events required
- Must demonstrate good attendance and work record
- Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is an asset.
Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the ONA Local 020 Collective Agreement
North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position.
A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.
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Registered Nurse in North Bay employer: NBRHC
North Bay Regional Health Centre is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a collaborative work culture that includes a diverse team of healthcare professionals, employees benefit from ongoing education opportunities and a commitment to quality improvement. Located in North Bay, this facility not only offers competitive pay and benefits as per the ONA Local 020 Collective Agreement but also fosters a supportive environment where nurses can thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on patient care.
