Saint John Registered Nurse Class A; RNCA PCN Jobs in Saint John, Canada at Horizon Health Network
Title: Saint John Registered Nurse Class A; RNCA PCN
Company: Horizon Health Network
Location: Saint John, Canada
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Position: Saint John Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1251493
JOB PURPOSE
To provide expertise in the care of the critically ill adult patient utilizing the nursing process and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team under the direction of the unit manager or delegate.
QUALIFICATIONS
Nurse – registered in the Province of New Brunswick
Recent ICU nursing experience or a Critical Care Course accepted by Horizon Health Network
Demonstrated ability to respond to emergent situations and rapidly changing priorities.
Demonstrates and understands the Nursing Process
Advanced physical assessment skills
Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with patients, families, other departments, and the multidisciplinary team
Demonstrates initiative for personal professional development and commitment to continuing education
Willingness to learn advanced practice skills such as cardiovascular intensive care (CVICU) including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
Highly motivated with the ability to work independently
High regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patients
Demonstrates accountability and good judgement
Ability to perform the duties of the position including patient transfers, sustained chest compressions, and hospital to hospital transfers when applicable
Good work record and ability to attend work on a regular basis.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs patient assessments and identifies needs and problems utilizing an assessment tool.
Formulates objectives specific to the patients’ needs.
Utilizes effective therapeutic communication skills to achieve a helping relationship.
Provides nursing care required to achieve the patient’s desired outcomes.
Provides health teaching and health promotion to patients and their families.
Evaluates outcomes of nursing actions for further assessment and planning.
Identifies needs affecting discharge planning and any potential services required at home.
Provides leadership and support to new employees during orientation.
Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members and within a multidisciplinary environment
Interacts with the unit manager/charge nurse in identifying, planning, implementing and evaluating changes.
Participates in programs promoting quality improvement on the nursing unit.
COMPETENCIES
Communication
Patient and Client Focused
Teamwork and Collaboration
Decision Making
Planning and Prioritizing Work
If a candidate’s primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, Writing and Oral).
Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon’s Terms of Employment
Interested? Apply Today!
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizon’s Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.
