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Registered Nurse, General Medicine

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Sinai Health

Oct 30

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Toronto

Requirements

  • Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
  • Graduate of a CNO-approved bachelor’s degree in nursing program, or equivalent combined education and experience
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certificate
  • Previous clinical experience working with patients with acute and chronic illnesses
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN). Applicants in their final year or near completion will be considered
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development evidenced by membership in professional organizations, CNA certification, etc.
  • Previous experience or involvement in process improvement initiatives
  • Excellent critical thinking, analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
  • Proven ability to work effectively and independently under stressful conditions and within a team
  • Highly adaptable to change and innovation with demonstrated change management experience preferred
  • Ability to work with electronic health record system

Responsibilities

  • Apply the nursing process in the provision of holistic patient and family-centered care
  • Provide comprehensive and accurate documentation of assessments, care provision, and evaluations
  • Anticipate, recognize, and address rapidly changing situations
  • Provide health education to patients and their families using effective teaching strategies
  • Provides direct patient care in accordance to the CNO standards and Sinai Health's policy and procedures
  • Administer medications and provide any necessary care (including, but not limited to wound care, IVs, monitoring drains, getting patients ready for procedures)
  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, pharmacists, social workers, clinical nurse specialists, etc.
  • Apply a broad range of nursing skills and procedures including (but not exclusive to) CADD pumps, chest tubes, nephrostomy tubes, complex wounds, central lines, enteral feeding tubes, TPN, CIWA monitoring, managing a Code Blues, and chemotherapy
  • Participate in the mentoring of learners, peers and other regulated and unregulated health professionals
  • Advocates and contributes to safe discharge and transition planning
  • Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

FAQs

What type of patients will I be caring for in the General Medicine unit?

You will be caring for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, including simple pneumonia and complex acute and chronic illnesses.

Is there a preference for the level of education for applicants?

Yes, while a current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and a graduate of a CNO-approved bachelor's degree in nursing program is mandatory, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) is preferred.

What is the work environment like in the 12 South General Medicine Unit?

The work environment is fast-paced and acute care-focused, requiring adaptability and effective response to rapidly changing patient conditions.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, Mount Sinai Hospital values innovation and provides opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and autonomy in nursing practice.

What kind of interdisciplinary collaboration can I expect?

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, pharmacists, social workers, and clinical nurse specialists, to provide comprehensive patient care.

Is mentorship part of the role?

Yes, you will participate in the mentoring of learners, peers, and other regulated and unregulated health professionals.

What certifications are required to apply for this position?

A current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and a Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certificate are mandatory.

Will I have the opportunity to apply advanced medical procedures?

Yes, you will engage in advanced procedures such as administering high-alert medications, managing central and vascular access devices, and providing various nursing skills.

What skills are emphasized for this role?

Excellent critical thinking, analytical, problem solving, decision making skills, and the ability to work effectively under stress and within a team are emphasized.

Can I apply if I am in my final year of nursing education?

Yes, applicants in their final year or near completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) will be considered.

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Sinai Health

Discovering and delivering life-changing care in hospital, community and home.

Science & Healthcare
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5001-10,000
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Mission & Purpose

Sinai Health is a leading academic health science centre and a trailblazer for integrated care across the health continuum. Our fusion of science, innovation, care and learning has earned us international, national and provincial leadership for unique programs and compassionate care. Since 2015, Sinai Health has delivered excellent care in hospital, community and home. Comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care, Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions, and educates future clinical and scientific leaders.