RN, Family Birthing Unit, RPT

Guelph General Hospital

  • Guelph, ON
  • $47.54 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community.Living our values is important here and if you want to join a team that is compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative and inspired, you can see more details about the position currently available below.Current Rate of Pay: Min $39.07 - Max $ 56.00Current Shifts: All ShiftsPosition Summary:The primary role of the RN is to provide high quality, safe, effective and evidence-based care in partnership with patients and families, in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards and GGH’s mission, vision, values and policies. The RN optimizes the patient’s experience and care outcomes by:
  • Being accountable for one’s decisions and professional practice;
  • Establishing a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family;
  • Collaborating with other members of the patient’s care team;
  • Coordinating, communicating and documenting patient care activities.
In this role, you will:
  • Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow with a generous professional development program via our education assistance fund and in-house development programs
  • Have access to a total rewards package which includes competitive pay, health and dental benefits (through GGH or HCP) and the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) where we match your contributions by 126%
  • Be a part of an organization committed to the well-being of our workforce
  • Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through our actions
  • Be a part of a team of high performing health care professionals
Guelph is the perfect location for health care professionals seeking to make the most of life’s experiences. From our expansive trails and waterways to internationally recognized arts and cultural events, to diverse restaurants and craft breweries, the Royal City has something for everyone
  • It’s one of Ontario's most robust and growing economies
  • You will have access to excellent schools which include a university and college
  • There are multiple centres of faith reflected in the community
Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:
  • Certificate of registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Current certification in Basic Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation Program
  • Current certification in Fetal Health Surveillance in Labour
  • Certification for Level 1 & 2 Breastfeeding
  • Perinatal certification or evidence of plan to complete certificate
  • Perinatal Registered Nursing experience including-recent Labour and Delivery experience including antenatal and intrapartum care, recent Caesarean Section experience including the ability to scrub, circulate and recover and recent Post-Partum experience with demonstrated ability in caring for the mother/baby dyad
  • Demonstrated neonatal and maternal assessment skills
  • Demonstrated breastfeeding knowledge, teaching and leadership skills
  • Recent experience in triage an asset
  • Recent experience in neonatal resuscitation and care of the newborn
  • PNC(C) or eligible an asset
  • Perioperative Nursing Certificate an asset
  • Experience in caring for sick newborns
  • Demonstrated commitment to best practice, nursing standards and life-long learning
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Strong critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Demonstrated excellent assessment skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
  • Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues and physicians
Come and join our team if you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be supported and empowered.All positions at GGH contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. GGH is committed to fostering a safe and healthy work environment which provides equal opportunities to people with disabilities. In pursuit of GGH’s vision of together, a healthier community for everyone, all employees are responsible for practicing the values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired to provide the highest quality care and experience for patients and their families.

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