Registered Nurse - Lennox & Addington County General Hospital

Area of Assignment: Acute Care

Basic Function and Scope:

As a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse will provide professional nursing services to patients based on the standards of practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Hours of Work: Rotating shifts (days, evenings, nights, and weekends), as required.

Pay Rate: Will be in accordance with the O.N.A. Collective Agreement for Registered Nurse Classification.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Graduate of a Registered Nursing Program;
• Current B.C.L.S Certification;
• Coronary Care Part I and Part II Certificates, preferred.

Registration:

• Registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Affiliation with professional organization, is an asset.

Experience:

• Recent and related hospital experience, preferred.

Required Skills:

• Evidence of continuing professional development;
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills;
• Evidence of collaborative practice;
• Proven ability to function in critical situations;
• Demonstrated commitment to organizational improvement;
• Knowledge of and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario;
• Must have annual review education completed;
• Must have previous proven good performance and attendance record.

Physical Requirements:

The applicant must be able to meet the physical demands of this position.