Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. We are also proud to be named one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2022! Learn more at shn.ca
FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status to the Hospital’s Workplace Health and Safety department. Fully vaccinated: having received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by WHO (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); and having received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days ago.
Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing excellent care to a diverse patient population within our multi-service environment. The RN is part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team that provides quality care to patients across the entire age spectrum and clinical emergencies. The successful candidate will act as a clinical leader within the department, role modeling the professional standards and competencies of the College of Nurses of Ontario, and SHN′s corporate values of Inclusivity, Courage, Innovation, and Compassion. SHN will invest in successful candidates by funding the enrolment and completion of the Humber Certificate in Emergency Nursing. You will complete the program as part of your on-boarding and orientation period to our Emergency Department.
Requirements:
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
Current BCLS certificate
Successful completion of the Humber Certificate Program within 6 months of recruitment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work effectively with a variety of staff, patients and families from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
Demonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills
Demonstrates excellent ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment
Demonstrates initiative and the ability to function both independently and as a interdisciplinary team member in a fast paced demanding environment
Demonstrates values consistent with SHN′s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
Demonstrates commitment to following organizational policies, procedures, and best practices
Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
Excellent work performance and attendance
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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