WHY WORK FOR US:
Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a state-of-the-art regional hospital with a proud local history extending back over a century. With a capacity of 494 beds, our regional hospital has one of the busiest Emergency Department in Ontario and offers an extensive range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, and vascular surgery.
We wouldn't be the hospital we are today without the people and nothing is more important to us then our team of dedicated employees. At PRHC, we pride ourselves on creating and maintaining an environment where people are valued, recognized, and treated with respect.
We believe that the best way to support our patients is through our people. We do this by providing our employees with competitive and comprehensive benefit plans, a pension program with matching employer contribution, professional development opportunities, employee and family assistance program, health and wellness programs (gym and yoga memberships, annual wellness fair, travel discounts) and a learning fund for educational development. Exploring new positions, programs, or development initiatives is encouraged as it contributes to your personal and professional growth. PRHC supports and encourages you to pursue whatever path you choose.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The RN, as one of the providers of health care, has a unique role in promoting health, in preventing illness, and in helping clients attain and maintain the highest level of health possible. S/he is responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients, with predictable and unpredictable outcomes who may or may not be clinically stable. The RN practices in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario Professional Standards.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
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Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario
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Recent surgical experience required
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Current BCLS
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Coronary Care 1 required to work in Surgical Constant Care (SCC) (completion within 1 year of hire or at discretion of management)
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SCC trained staff are preferred
WHO YOU ARE:
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Demonstrated knowledge base of diagnoses and pathologies attached to Surgical Units (General, orthopaedic, urology, gynecology and plastic surgery)
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Certification and continued competence in IV therapy, IV meds and working knowledge of Epidurals, PCAs and Intrathecals
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CVAD
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Excellent pre and post-op assessment skills
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Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
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Ability to work in stressful situations
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Excellent verbal communication and written documentation skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with patients/family, staff, physicians and the community
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Demonstrated ability to work independently and use good judgement, and as a team member.
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Basic computer skills – email Order Entry
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Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
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Demonstrated good attendance with ability to maintain this standard
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Working knowledge of Epidurals
OUR COMMITMENT:
At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.
We welcome and encourage applications from members of all groups and backgrounds, especially those applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person.
Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should any applicant require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please Notify us by indicating you require an accommodation in your application form. A representative from Human Resources will be in touch with you to tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.
Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
