Registered Nurse
Full-Time
5th Floor Inpatient Unit – Cardiac Care Program
Non-Union
Salary Range: $28.50/hour to $40.49/hour
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, is dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching and research. Building on our tradition of leadership and partnership, we champion patient-centred care, a spirit of inquiry and discovery, and a commitment to life-long learning. LHSC encompasses three hospital sites, South Street Hospital, University Hospital and Victoria Hospital; two family medical centres; and the London Regional Cancer Program. LHSC is the home of the Children's Hospital and CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics). The research arm of LHSC is Lawson Health Research Institute, which is partnered with London's other teaching hospital, St. Joseph's Health Care, London. LHSC is affiliated with The University of Western Ontario. Physicians and staff at LHSC number more than 10,000 and together provide care for more than 1 million patients each year. LHSC is committed to being a progressive workplace that lives its mission and values of respect, trust and collaboration and is equally committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. Known as the Forest City, London, Ontario combines metropolitan life with a family-oriented community. With career opportunities of a large urban centre, London offers vibrant neighbourhoods, a wide selection of housing options and top-notch educational facilities without the high cost-of-living of most large cities. This diverse community is the heart of Southwestern Ontario and is sure to offer something to everyone.
The 5th Floor Inpatient Unit at University Hospital is comprised of a Coronary Care Unit, Arrhythmia Cardiology beds, and a Cardiac Day/Night Unit. This unit provides exemplary continuous care of cardiac patients requiring intensive physiological monitoring and technological and pharmacological support delivered in a cohesive, cooperative, and integrated manner. The physical and psychosocial needs of the patient and family are supported on an ongoing basis. The cardiac program supports and participates in ongoing research, quality improvement and multi disciplinary activities.
Qualifications:
· Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
· General Cardiology or Coronary Care nursing experience
· Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
· Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification preferred
· Demonstrated skills in interpreting ECG arrhythmias preferred
· Demonstrated communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
· Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands
· Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability and ability to change in a dynamic environment
· Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a member of an interdisciplinary team
· Ability to establish effective relationships with patients, families and members of the healthcare team
· Demonstrated behaviours supporting our Core Values of Respect, Trust and Collaboration
· Demonstrated commitment to professional development and self directed learning
· Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
In order to be considered for this position, please submit a detailed resume by clicking the Apply button or fax to: 519-663-3187. Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only applicants under consdieration will be contacted.
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