Registered Nurse - Hamilton, Canada - Hamilton Health Sciences

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Unit Summary

The Perioperative Team in the Same Day Surgery (SDS) Unit at WLMH provides care to a high volume of adult surgical patients specializing in Gynecology, General Surgery, Urology, Dental, and Endoscopic procedures. Position Summary The Registered Nurse in SDS supports a high volume, interdisciplinary team and is responsible for planning, implementation, and assessment of pre and post surgical care.Schedule Work HoursDays, Afternoons, Evenings Qualifications

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse.
2. Current BCLS certification.
3. Physical Assessment Course
4. Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac monitoring and pain management.
5. Current certification in vascular access/venipuncture skills preferred.
6. Evidence of commitment to professional practice and ongoing continuing education.
7. Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume, patient care environment.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services.

Hamilton Health fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact the Human Resources Service Centre at for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset