Job Purpose

The Registered Nurse will provide quality patient care within the scope of professional nursing practice to patients and families at the Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation. The successful candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide rehabilitation services to patients with complex neurological disorders. May be required to assume role of Nurse in Charge, ERO and perform other duties as assigned. May be reassigned throughout the department as required.

QUAIFICATIONS

Active registration with the College of Nursing of New Brunswick (CNNB)

Current BCLS certification Demonstrated effective teaching, communication, interpersonal team-building skills and leadership skills. Demonstrates knowledge and skill required to provide care to patients with the following diagnosis: traumatic brain injury including the aggressive/agitated patient. spinal cord injury including paraplegia and quadriplegia. progressive neurological disabilities such as MS complex CVA Demonstrated ability to anticipate and manage crisis, such as rapidly changing priorities and complex patient care needs. Demonstrated initiative, problem solving and assessment skills with the ability to perform duties with minimal supervision. Good attendance record and ability to attend work on a regular basis. Ability to perform the duties of the position.

Key Responsibilities

Ability to function within an interdisciplinary team setting. Ability to work independently and demonstrates leadership qualities. Demonstrates initiative and good judgement... Committed to ongoing education and certification. High regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patients. Ability to communicate effectively and pleasantly with patients, families, staff, physicians, and the public.

COMPETENCIES

Communication

Decision Making Interpersonal Relations Patient/Client Focus Planning and Prioritizing Work Results Orientation Teamwork and Collaboration

If a candidate’s primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, Writing and Oral).

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Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.