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Registered Nurse, Acute Care of the Elderly Unit

Employer
Grand River Hospital
Location
Kitchener, Ontario
Closing date
Mar 2, 2023

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Discipline
Registered Nurse
Work Setting
Hospital / Health Centre
Area of Practice
Acute Care, General Nursing
Hours
Full-time
Union: ONA Nursing

Location: KW Campus

Work Type: Temporary Full Time

Contract End Date: August 15, 2022

Shift: 2D 2N

Summary:

The ACE unit is an evidence based model of care that is specifically designed to address the needs of hospitalized older adults, to improve clinical outcomes for older patients by preventing functional decline and other complications. The RN within the ACE unit coordinates care of acute medical patients, and contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Qualifications:
  • Current Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Current Medical Nursing experience
  • BCLS
  • Demonstrated ability to care for complex acutely ill adults
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate total patient care for acutely ill patients
  • Expertise in acute medical assessment skills
  • Knowledgeable regarding the scope of practice for various job categories
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and general public
  • Basic computer skills
  • Hemisphere education & STAND training would be an asset
  • Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training considered an asset
  • Good attendance record

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.

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