Registered Nurse, Postpartum in Uxbridge

Land acknowledgement: Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty. Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.

What we are looking for:

As a Registered Nurse in the Childbirth and Children’s Centre, you will be part of a health care team that promotes patient/family centered care and puts the patient at the center of the decision making process. As a registered nurse you will be expected to provide care for antepartum patients and families and newborns in Postpartum.

What you bring to the role:

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses.
• BScN preferred or evidence of working towards.
• Current BLS certification.
• 2 years experience and ability to work independently in Post Partum.
• NRP certification mandatory.
• A breastfeeding course is required (or a commitment to complete within 3 months of employment).
• Current AWHONN or PPPESO Fetal Health Surveillance Monitoring Certification is expected.
• RNAO membership is preferred.
• Excellent physical assessment skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environment.
• Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently.
• Well developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skills.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience.
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance record with the ability to maintain this same standard.
• Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, Standards of Care, health and safety legislation, best practice, and completing relevant mandatory education as required.

Work Schedule:

The successful candidate will be required to work 12 hour shifts 7 days a week and on call. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

BAND J Range: $41.18 - $59.03.

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and includes Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT). Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement:

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources. We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country.