Registered Nurse - Critical Care Development Program
Posted Date:
6/26/2024
Closing Date:
7/10/2024
Functional Discipline:
Intensive Care
Job Details Job Title: Registered Nurse - Critical Care Development Program
Posted Date: 6/26/2024 Closing Date: 7/10/2024 Functional Discipline: Intensive Care
Job Description
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Development Program
Status: Regular Full Time
File Number: 2400000732
Hours: DDNN, 12 Hour shifts (Subject to change)
Location: Oshawa & Ajax (Cross Site Responsibilities)
Wage Schedule: $39.07 - $56.00 per hour
Program: Critical Care Float Team
We are currently looking for enthusiastic and experienced Registered Nurses interested in furthering their career in Critical Care at Lakeridge Health by participating in the Critical Care Development Program.
Program Description:
Successful applicants for the Critical Care Development Program will be enrolled in the Michener Institute's Critical Care course. Admission requirements for the Michener Institute Course must be met. The Critical Care program will provide financial resources for eligible Registered Nurses to complete the Critical Care course including:
" Payment for tuition costs
" Payment for full time salary and benefits or % in lieu while completing the course (11 weeks)
" Paid clinical placement hours at the employee's current hourly rate
Successful applicants may work on the unit prior to commencing the program in a temporary adjunct role. Upon successful completion of the program, the Registered Nurse will transfer to a Full Time Critical Care position as part of the Critical Care Float Team. A commitment of 24 months working in Critical Care following completion of the course is expected.
Who We Are:
The care we provide at Lakeridge Health is shaped by our vision: One System, Best Health. With that our values are to Improve Population Health, Create an integrated System of Health, Commitment to Individual Health Care and Be the Workplace of Choice. Joining our team means embracing this vision and focusing on improving the overall health and wellness of the people in our region and making a difference in the lives of the hundreds of thousands of patients we serve every year.
Lakeridge Health is the largest health provider in the Durham Region, with five hospitals, four emergency departments, three critical care and labour and delivery units, a long term care home and a full range of medical, surgical, mental health, stroke, cardiac, renal and others. Durham Region has a strong, diverse economic base and, as the eastern gateway to Toronto, offers easy access to the city.
Qualifications:
" Commitment to successfully complete the Michener course at time of hire;
" Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
" Current B.C.L.S.;
" Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by CNO;
" BScN preferred;
" Recent experience in an acute care setting preferred;
" Proven organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving and teaching skills;
" Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete assignments in a reasonable length of time;
" Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills;
" Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations;
" Proven ability to lift, turn and transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids;
" Demonstrated ability to assume a leadership/supervisory role;
" Knowledge of invasive monitoring, preferred;
" Evidence of ongoing education preferred;
" Must have a satisfactory performance record;
" Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
" Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area; and
" Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.
Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.
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