Rpn - Icu

Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site.

ROLE

As a Registered Practical Nurse working within MAHC’s Critical Care Unit (ICU) you will help support various teams that are in need you’re your skills and expertise.
- Administer direct nursing care for patients in those areas assigned.
- Plans, organizes, and delivers nursing care in a variety of settings.
- Plans for and communicates to other nursing staff regarding patient needs and priorities when leaving one patient care area to ensure continuity of care.
- Communicates to physicians, other departments or organizations, regarding issues affecting patient care.
- Participates in quality control activities and understands the quality care goals of the organization. The individual is vigilant in ensuring that quality issues are brought to the attention of the appropriate manager/coordinator.
- Performs other duties as required including occasional escort duties for patients being transferred to other institutions for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
- Initiate and assist in Code Blue & Rapid Response procedure.
- Participate in educational activities to maintain and advance competency and experience in all areas of patient care.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)
- Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Current CPR - HCP (Health Care Provider).
- IV Certified.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)
- Minimum of 2-3 years of current experience as a Nurse in an acute care setting
- A nurse who has varied clinical experience and enjoys a variety of patient care areas is suited to this role.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to function as a team member in a variety of settings are essential.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and function well under stress and crisis situations
- Ability to work all shifts.
- Regular and punctual attendance is a requirement of this position.

DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE(S) & EDUCATION
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- MAHC offers one of the most robust hospital funded programs in healthcare
- Ministry of Health’s Tuition Support Program for rural and remote communities
- Community Commitment Program for Nurses (you could qualify for $25,000)
- Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful Permanent Part Time and Permanent Full Time new hire you refer to MAHC)
- Return to Service Grants
- Peer Mentorship
- Extended health benefits
- Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Collaborative and supportive team environment

WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU?

Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines.

Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good

LET US HELP YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for Healthcare initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities. For more information on this initiative click on this link Housing for Healthcare

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location: South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge

Department: ICU

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

As a condition of employment, external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identity as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBT