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Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Brantford

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program, registered in good standing, with BCLS, ACLS, PALS certifications, critical thinking skills, and exceptional communication abilities.
  • You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, manage care assignments, address educational needs, and lead patient care coordination in the Emergency Department.

Requirements

  • Mandatory Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited college university nursing program
  • Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Current emergency nursing experience is an asset
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
  • Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Current Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
  • Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation Certification (within 6 months of employment)
  • Triage Certification (eCTAS) (completed after 24 months of Emergency experience)
  • Mandatory Competencies
  • Demonstrated ability to work within a Total Patient Care Delivery system in which regulated health care professionals practice to their full scope adhering to the practice standards as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Proven critical thinking skills, creative problem solver with a solution focus and patient centered approach
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and use effective interpersonal skills with colleagues and other members of the BCHS and external partners
  • Ability to multi task and set priorities in a high intensity and rapidly changing environment
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a team focus
  • Creative problem solver with a solution focus and patient friendly approach
  • Demonstrates commitment to exceptional customer service with patients, families, staff, colleagues and community partners
  • Ability to establish positive and proactive work relationships with external partners
  • Demonstrated excellence in patient assessment and care planning
  • Mature, reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts
  • Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.
  • Preferred
  • Preferred Competencies
  • Trauma Nursing Core Competency (TNCC)
  • Triage certificate in adult and paediatric populations
  • Member of RNAO
  • Self-directed individual with the ability to work both independently and in partnership with members of the inter professional team
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development in nursing
  • Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Ability to be a coach, teacher and mentor to colleagues and students

Responsibilities

  • The RN demonstrates professional development and clinical competency, utilizes the nursing process to assess plan, implement and evaluate patient care, addresses health educational needs for patients and families, and other health care providers, manages patient care assignments as well as other organizational tasks related to patient unit operations and acts in a clinical leadership role in the coordination of patient care for all assigned patients.
  • Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Emergency Services, the successful applicant will be responsible for providing evidenced based, comprehensive, safe, effective and ethical nursing care to all clients in need of Emergency Services.

FAQs

What are the educational requirements for the Registered Nurse position in the Emergency Department?

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited college or university nursing program and registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

What certifications are mandatory for this role?

The mandatory certifications include Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Current Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation Certification within 6 months of employment.

Is there an opportunity for professional development?

Yes, the Brant Community Healthcare System offers ongoing education and supports continuing education for nursing professionals.

What shifts are available for this position?

The position allows for flexibility with part-time and full-time schedules, including a variety of full-time DDNN schedules.

Are there any support systems in place for staff?

Yes, BCHS provides 24/7 support with managers on call, physicians, allied health, and support staff available to assist.

What qualities are emphasized for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates should demonstrate critical thinking skills, a patient-centered approach, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and a commitment to customer service.

Is the workplace committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, BCHS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, welcoming applications from all individuals.

What are the expectations regarding patient safety for this role?

Patient safety is a corporate priority at BCHS, and the successful applicant is expected to demonstrate good stewardship in identifying, reporting, and mitigating unsafe acts or conditions.

Is experience in emergency nursing required?

While current emergency nursing experience is an asset, it is not explicitly required. However, candidates must be willing to acquire specific certifications related to emergency care after being hired.

Are there any specific accommodation practices for applicants with disabilities?

Yes, BCHS is committed to providing barrier-free employment practices and encourages applicants to disclose any accommodation needs during the recruitment process.

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Mission & Purpose

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) in Brantford and Paris Ontario, is a leading community health care organization with a total of 262 beds and more than 2,300 staff, physicians and volunteers providing support, programs and services to over 120,000 residents in our community. In 1999, The Willett Hospital in Paris and the Brantford General Hospital became the first two partners in the BCHS. The Brantford General Hospital is a regional acute health centre and the Willett site provides urgent care and ambulatory services for those in need. The BCHS has been awarded the 'Gold' Quality Healthcare Workplace award by the Ontario Hospital Association and Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for two years in a row and are an affiliated teaching site of the McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. We are also the regional centre for Paediatrics, Mental Health, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, CT Scanning, Critical Care, Surgical Services, Ambulatory Care and Emergency Medicine and the site of the Brant Community Cancer Clinic and the S.C. Johnson Dialysis Clinic for patients throughout Brant County and Haldimand-Norfolk.