Registered Practical Nurse - Operating Room

Job summary

Provide comprehensive nursing care in the operating room, reporting to the Manager of Operating Room, PACU and Day Surgery. Work collaboratively with the interprofessional team while supporting safe, patient-focused care.

Job details

Exceptional Care–Exceptional People The Brant Community Healthcare System is a two site Community Hospital located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario. The Brantford General is an acute care hospital The Willett in Paris is an urgent care centre and transitional beds By choosing to work at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), you are joining an organization with more than 130 years of making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve throughout our communities. We value Care, Accountability, Respect and Equity, and we are working together to build a healthier community! Why Choose BCHS? Centralized Education Fund – opportunities for continuing education and staff development. Various schedules available (e.g. 4 on 5 off for full time nurses) HOOPP Pension Plan Predictable work locations Discounted onsite parking (no shuttles or waiting lists) Support 24/7- you’re not on your own (managers on call, physicians, allied health and support staff). Wellness matters, our Employee Assistance program is free and confidential to all employees and family members. Ongoing infection and prevention control measures, education, appropriate PPE and support available to all employees. Position Summary Reporting to the Manager, Operating Room, PACU and Day Surgery, the successful applicant will be responsible for comprehensive nursing care in the operating room and must meet the following criteria: Mandatory Qualifications Graduate of an accredited college nursing program Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification Completion of post-grad Operating Room course required Minimum of one (1) year current Operating Room experience required. Mandatory Competencies Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a team focus Self directed individual with the ability to work both independently and in partnership with members of the inter professional team Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development in nursing Creative problem solver with a solution focus and patient friendly approach Demonstrates commitment to exceptional customer service with patients, families, staff, colleagues and community partners Proven critical thinking skills Ability to multitask and set priorities in a rapidly changing environment Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills Ability to establish positive and proactive work relationships with external partners Reliable individual with excellent attendance record Preferred Competencies Member of RPNAO Ability to be a coach, teacher and mentor to colleagues and students Demonstrated competence in patient assessment and care planning Accommodation The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous persons, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientation and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Brant Community Healthcare System is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. To ensure there is equal opportunity during the recruitment and selection process, please contact your Recruiter to discuss accommodation.

What you’ll do

Provide comprehensive nursing care in the operating room, reporting to the Manager of Operating Room, PACU and Day Surgery. Work collaboratively with the interprofessional team while supporting safe, patient-focused care.

Requirements

Applicants must graduate from an accredited college nursing program, be registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, hold current BCLS certification, and complete a postgraduate Operating Room course. At least one year of current operating room experience is required; RPNAO membership and the ability to coach and mentor are preferred.

Benefits

• Continuing Education And Staff Development • HOOPP Pension Plan • Discounted Onsite Parking • Employee Assistance Program • Personal Protective Equipment And Infection Prevention Support

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Operating Room Nursing
• Interpersonal Communication
• Teamwork
• Independent Practice
• Continuing Education
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Critical Thinking
• Multitasking
• Prioritization
• Negotiation
• Conflict Resolution
• Patient Assessment
• Care Planning
• Coaching And Mentoring

Job areas

• Healthcare