Registered Nurse

Unit Summary

Interventional Radiology, Pediatric Sedation and Diagnostic Imaging at HGH supports a high volume of diverse adult patients. Providing pre, post and intraprocedural care to Neuro and Vascular Interventional patients. In addition, nursing support for care the Diagnostic Imaging patients. Most areas within this Unit function 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Our teams are innovative, creative and passionate and are committed to the patients and families we serve.

As a member of a Multidisciplinary Health Care team, the Registered Nurse coordinates, performs and evaluates pre, post and intraprocedural care for Interventional Radiology, and Services requiring Pediatric sedation. Pediatric sedation is provided to a wide variety of complex services including Diagnostic Imaging, Hematology, Plastics and Oncology. Providing patient care to meet the clients and family needs with the core values of respect, caring, innovation and accountability.

The RN guides and directs clinical and technical associates in a teaching and research environment and functions independently with diverse & complex patient population and procedures in these areas. Rotation though all modalities and sites based on qualifications and unit requirements is required.

days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays (standby as required)

1. Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
2. Current BCLS registration
3. Interventional Radiography, Critical Care, PACU, and/or Emergency Room experience required (within 5 years). Pediatric experience required, Adult experience preferred
4. Critical Care Certificate:
Preferred. Previous CPO Certified, preferred
5. Current PALS (Paediatric Advanced Life Support) or PEARS (Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition) preferred or willingness to certify if applying at a site which specialized in paediatric patients
6. Advanced EKG monitoring skills
7. Portocath and Central Line Access certification preferred
8. Demonstrated effective communication, organization and interpersonal skills
9. Effective problem solving skills, critical thinking and the ability to prioritize in a fast paced clinical environment
10. Evidence of participation in on going education & professional development
11. Demonstrated ability to work responsibly in a team environment

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at , Ext.

46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.