Registered Nurse

Overview Responsible for comprehensive nursing care as established by the standards of nursing practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the standards of nursing care of this hospital. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient needs relative to nursing care. Performs as a member of the interdisciplinary team with the department of Diagnostic Imaging, with a focus on Interventional Radiology.

Education Registered Nurse with current Certificate of Competence issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current BLS certificate. ACLS preferred.

Qualifications Two (2) years critical care nursing experience required. Five (5) years preferred. Recent experience (within the past 2 years) working in Diagnostic Imaging Department performing CT and Ultrasound guided procedures; able to assist with PICC line insertion in special procedures.

Diagnostic Imaging nursing experience preferred. Has taken courses in Diagnostic Imaging procedures as applicable to nursing. Requires extensive experience with sterile technique.

Knowledgeable in aseptic and isolation techniques. Cardiac Monitoring Skills – ECG interpretation, identify dysrhythmia, alter cardiac output, administration of cardiac medication, monitoring patient receiving procedural sedation during cardioversion and TEE’s. Advanced Airway Management Skills and Pulse Oximetry.

IV Therapy course and certified in IV Therapy. Maintains competence relative to current practice. Advanced Assessment skills to provide rapid and thorough assessments.

Ability to rapidly perform independent interventions based on assessment. Knowledgeable in physical assessment. Some knowledge of radiation safety.

Excellent interpersonal skills. Clinical and technical competence. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to cope with the unusual physical demands of nursing such as bending, lifting, standing, pushing, and wearing lead aprons for long periods of time, etc. Ability to work efficiently in high stress areas. Able to work without direct supervision.

Shows professional interest through self‑development, continuing education, and involvement in professional organizations. Good work and attendance record required. All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.

All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient‑and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH. All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co‑workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices. Employment Equity & Accessibility Statement Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment.

At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people with colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team. Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC).

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