Registered Nurse (RN), Endoscopy in Toronto

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.

What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care - the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care - a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.

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 patients, staff, physicians, volunteers 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 day.
• Great Communicators – they communicate effectively with colleagues, staff, volunteers and families.
• Decisive – they have the ability to make the big decisions, take ownership of their actions, and use their critical thinking and problem solving skills in the best interests of the patient.
• Safety Conscious – they know that keeping everyone safe and healthy is the highest priority, and follow all H&S policies and guidelines.
• Committed – they embrace our learning culture and demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development to enhance their knowledge and skills.

On a practical level, you will:

• Demonstrate the ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice per the College of Nurse of Ontario.
• Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients/clients, families and other members of the health care team.
• Think critically, set priorities and organize work in response to client/patient needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of transfers and lifts.
• Be committed to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement.
• Have proficient skill level with computers, MS Word, Internet searches, data entry and patient information systems.
• Assume a leadership/charge role with demonstrated evidence of self-motivation regarding continuing education in areas of patient assessment, patient education and related Clinical Specialties.
• Have effective organizational, problem-solving, prioritization, time-management and teaching skills.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to foster good public relations and working relationships in a family centered care environment.
• Demonstrate your ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Nursing, Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in assisting with adult and paediatric endoscopic procedures including but not limited to Gastro/colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, ERCP procedures within an Endoscopic environment or Operating Room required.
• Certification in Peri Anesthesia care preferred.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
• Completion of Health Assessment Course required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in initiating IV therapy, IV push medication and venipuncture required.
• Canadian Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates membership preferred.
• RNAO and OPANA membership preferred.
• Bilingualism in French/English is an asset.

What We Offer:

Working 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 Temporary Position with 8 hour shifts, Days and Evening shifts, including on call in the Endoscopy Unit. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation.

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.