Rpn, Icu/ Step Down Technician

Employment Status

Temporary Full-time

Department

Intensive Care Unit & Step Down

Job Code

6128

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Vision of
_Together, a healthier community for everyone. _

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 $31.37 - Max $ 31.79

**Current Shifts**: All Shifts

Temporary full time for approximately12 months

**Position Summary**:
The ICU Technician provides cardiac monitoring for the telemetry patient population, along with clerical and administrative duties that are essential to care services. Responsibilities include ensuring that medical records, laboratory reports and other patient records are obtained, properly completed and securely stored while being readily available to physicians, nurses and other health care providers. The ICU Technician ensures collaboration and communication with ward Nurses related to patient cardiac arrhythmias while ensuring documentation for MRP review.

The ICU Technician provides high quality, safe, effective and evidence-based care in partnership with patient and families, in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards and GGH’s mission, vision, values and policies. The ICU Technician 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 an amazing total rewards package which includes competitive pay, health and dental benefits, Short and long term disability 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 Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario or completion of the Cardiac Technician Diploma
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- Recent RPN or Cardiac Technician experience
- Coronary Care 1 or Cardiac Arrhythmia course
- ECG (Basic) arrhythmia Interpretation course
- Working knowledge of Meditech Order Entry and transcription of Physicians Orders
- Demonstrated ability to perform a 12 Lead ECG
- 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._