Surgical Services Registered Nurse (Full-time Permanent)

Kenora, ON

Description

The Surgical Services Department at Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH) has an opening for a Perioperative-trained Registered Nurse (RN), where you will play a vital role in the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and Day Surgery.

In this multifaceted role, you will provide care to patients undergoing both emergency and elective surgical procedures, contributing to a diverse and engaging clinical experience. LWDH partners with visiting specialists who offer a broad range of surgical services (Orthopedics, General Surgery, Urology, Gynecology, Cataracts, Dental, and Endoscopy), resulting in an exciting and fast-paced team environment.

Once fully orientated, you will also take part in the department’s on-call rotation which is offered after hours, 7 days/week.  There are 2 staff assigned call each day and an On-Call schedule is posted. Shifts are Monday – Friday with day shift rotations.  Staff are rotated between the operating rooms, PACU and Day Surgery areas; they will mainly work in the OR theatres.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental/orthodontic services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario
• Minimum of two (2) years perioperative experience
• Current Certification in BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Current Certification in ACLS and ECG Rhythm Interpretation
• PALS and PEARS certification
• CPI certification
• Certification in IV Therapy with proven ongoing competence
• Completed a certified perioperative program
• Certification in perioperative nursing [CPN(C)] preferred
• Ability to function independently
• Ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to meet physical and mental requirements in a stressful environment
• Demonstrate knowledge/experience in teaching patients
• Ability to perform assessments of unconscious post-operative patients and manage pain
• Knowledge and experience of First Nations culture an asset
• Able and willing to participate on on-call schedule and respond to calls within 30 minutes
• Reliable attendance record

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information, to request an accommodation, or to report a frequently publicly posted advertised job posting, please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393.