Registered Nurse, Family Medicine Teaching Unit

Position Profile

Hennick Humber Hospital. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team.

At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital.

Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

Right now we’re looking for a Registered Nurse to join our Schulich
Family Medicine Teaching Unit

Are you a compassionate RN who is focused on delivering high-quality, safe-care? If yes, we invite you to read the details below then apply.

Employee Status: Full Time

Location: Wilson Site

Hours of work: Must be available for 8 hour shifts, days, evenings (subject to change)

Employee Group: ONA

Reporting Relationship: Manager, Family Medicine Teaching Unit and Integrated Care Services

Hiring Salary Range: $41.15-$58.98

Responsibilities:

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care in alignment with the RN scope of practice outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Maintains the health record according to CNO documentation standards and Humber River Health Policies and Procedures
• Works collaboratively with Family Medicine residents and learners, including teaching and assisting in education
• Integrates best practice guidelines and evidence based research into clinical practice related to family medicine and care along the continuum
• Conducts patient intake and review of intake forms for accuracy and completeness
• Receives patient calls via nursing line, assesses patient phone calls, provides support, and responds to patient concerns in accordance with the standards established by the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Keeps abreast of new developments in family medicine and related evidence-based advancements with the intention of integrating into clinical practice
• Ensures patients are connected with the appropriate services, resources and supports within HRH and in the community
• Provides health education for patients and families regarding chronic disease management, diagnostic tests, prescribed treatments and management of their condition
• Works collaboratively with the patient’s primary care physician or primary care provider and community agencies as required throughout the care process
• Identifies and prioritizes not only the physical needs, but also the psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient
• Ensures that the patient or caregiver is included in development of the care plan and understands the medical advice or recommendations.
• Demonstrates the ability to navigate and perform computer competencies including use of the primary care EMR
• Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to support the ongoing functioning of the outpatient Family Medicine Clinic related to referrals, consultations and follow-ups
• Participates in program planning

Qualifications:

• Current Ontario College of Nurses Registration in good standing
• Current BCLS certification required
• Demonstrated experience supporting patient care including assessment, intervention, referrals and transitions as well as patient education/teaching
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, including learners
• Ability to adapt and effectively work in a fast-paced environment with changing…