Registered Nurse - Nephrology

Position Details  Position Details Job Number: JR01862 Department:
Nephrology This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:
Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown) Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 12 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: ONA Local 75 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $41.15 - $58.98 Schedule Work Days:
Monday to Sunday Time of Day:
Days, Nights

Shift: Hours
-12 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting:
Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date:  Closing Date:

Job Description  The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who adheres to and role models the Standards and Guidelines of the College of Nurses of Ontario; the SJHH mission vision and values policies and procedures; and applicable specialty standards. The RN provides patient/client-centred and evidence-informed care to promote health and assess the need for the provision of care and the treatment of health conditions by supportive preventative therapeutic palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal patient/client function.

The RN collaborates with the inter-professional team and assumes a leadership role in delivering a full range of care and treatment to patients/clients including those with complex needs high acuity and less predictable outcomes.
Qualifications   Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
Previous general medical/surgical nursing experience
Previous experience in nephrology urology peritoneal or hemodialysis or transplant nursing will be given preference
Central line management is an asset
Telemetry training preferred
Current BCLS/HCP certification required
Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of the ethical issues around caring for this patient population
Previous experience working within a multidisciplinary team setting
Demonstrated excellence in communication skills
Experience in total patient care is an asset
Demonstrated expertise in teaching/patient education
Commitment to the use of the nursing process and individualized care plans
Demonstrated commitment to own professional development and ongoing education
Willingness and ability to work the shifts as required in order to meet the needs of the unit for pre-booked and relief tours
A good attendance and work record demonstrating reliability and dependability is essential
A resume regarding further education special courses and experience should accompany the application
The successful applicant to this position will be cross trained in order to also be able to provide shift coverage to the established sister unit - Renal Transplant Unit. Tours on RTU will be scheduled in conjunction with successful applicant's Nephrology schedule and will be determined by the needs on both Nephrology and RTU and will include rotating shifts St. Joseph's Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people.

We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ().
's Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards. Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there's a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed! Dignity. Respect. Service. Justice. Responsibility. Enquiry.

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