London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is one of Canada´s largest acute-care teaching hospitals and is dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching and research.
Registered Nurse - Temporary Full-TimeDepartment: Adult Emergency DepartmentONASalary Range: $28.50/hour to $40.49/hourHours of Work: 37.5 hours per weekThis position is covered by a Collective Agreement. Applications from outside the bargaining unit are welcome but can only be considered if the position is not filled from within the bargaining unit.London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), one of Canadas largest acute-care teaching hospitals, is dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching and research. Building on our tradition of leadership and partnership, we champion patient-centred care, a spirit of inquiry and discovery, and a commitment to life-long learning. LHSC encompasses three hospital sites, South Street Hospital, University Hospital and Victoria Hospital; two family medical centres; and the London Regional Cancer Program. LHSC is the home of the Childrens Hospital and CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics). The research arm of LHSC is Lawson Health Research Institute, which is partnered with Londons other teaching hospital, St. Josephs Health Care, London. LHSC is affiliated with The University of Western Ontario. Physicians and staff at LHSC number more than 10,000 and together provide care for more than 1 million patients each year. LHSC is committed to being a progressive workplace that lives its mission and values of respect, trust and collaboration and is equally committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. Known as the Forest City, London, Ontario combines metropolitan life with a family-oriented community. With career opportunities of a large urban centre, London offers vibrant neighbourhoods, a wide selection of housing options and top-notch educational facilities without the high cost-of-living of most large cities. This diverse community is the heart of Southwestern Ontario and is sure to offer something to everyone. The Emergency Department at Victoria Hospital is the lead Trauma Centre for the region and also specializes in Acute Mental Health Services, and Oncology Services, as well as Critical Care, Medicine, Cardiology and General Surgery Services. Annually this site cares for 55,000 patients.QualificationsCurrent Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of OntarioMinimum of 2-4 years of recent emergency nursing experience Preference to candidates with CTAS certification, ENC (C), ACLS, TNCC, MOAB training, and PALS certificationMonitoring experienceECG certification Well developed patient assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation skillsDemonstrated warmth, interest and empathy in interactions with patients and familiesDemonstrated effective communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability to function productively in a very demanding environment with a high patient turnoverDemonstrated ability to give and receive feedback in an open and constructive mannerDemonstrated skills in patient teachingEvidence of commitment to self-directed learning as demonstrated by the courses taken pertaining to emergency nursingAbility to work independently and as a member of the teamDemonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis