Clinical Nurse Specialist

4 weeks ago


Ajax, Ontario, Canada Lakeridge Health Full time
ONA

Registered Nurse
Regular Part Time

Department:
Integrated Complex Medical, LHAP

Program:
Medicine

Shifts include Days, Nights, and Weekends - 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering

Salary:
$56 per hour

ONA

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Manager of 2-East Medicine and Telemetry, the selected candidate will be tasked with evaluating, planning, implementing, and assessing nursing care and practice activities within a multidisciplinary, family-centered care framework.

You will be responsible for delivering care to a diverse patient population with general medicine and acute cardiac conditions.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Valid certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
  • Proficient in performing CPR at a basic Cardiac Life Support level.
  • Completion of a Coronary Care 1 course from an accredited institution, or willingness to complete the course within 3 months of employment.
  • Health Assessment course from a recognized institution or equivalent training.
  • Minimum of 1 year of current medical/surgical or coronary care nursing experience.
  • Must successfully complete the in-house arrhythmia quiz within 6 weeks after finishing the Coronary Care 1 course.
  • Proven ability to provide patient education and communicate expected outcomes and care plans.
  • Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills, capable of performing well in high-pressure situations.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, staff, and the community.
  • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
  • Capability to fulfill the essential duties of the position.
  • Must maintain a satisfactory performance record.
  • Commitment to core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork, and Joy.
  • Demonstrated dedication to customer service when interacting with patients, colleagues, volunteers, and community members.
  • Understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices, including staff, patient, and environmental safety, and participation in regular in-service education in this area.
  • Proven track record of good attendance and the ability to maintain that standard.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

Employment terms and conditions are governed by the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).

Successful external candidates must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six months.

Accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants are encouraged to communicate their needs in advance.


At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible, and to employing a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Lakeridge Health is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID-19 infections among our team members and patients.

New team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights Code.



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