Registered Nurse - Outpatient Procedure Suites (OPS) - Part Time Temporary (until approx. February 2024) - Markham Site

Land Acknowledgement

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who You Are

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and Courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What We Are Looking For

As a member of the Surgical System team, you will be responsible for all aspects of nursing care and provision of services in the Outpatient Procedure Suites (OPS) - Procedure Unit. Your responsibilities on OPS will include endoscopy related procedures (colonoscopy, gastroscopy, ERCP and bronchoscopy), urologic surgical procedures (TURP, laser stone extraction, cystoscopy) and minor surgical procedures from the urologic, plastic and ear/nose/throat specialities. You will be actively participating in patient safety and patient advocacy throughout the care experience while working in an interprofessional team environment.

What You Bring To The Role

• RN with undergraduate nursing degree
• Certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
• Post graduate Certificate in Operating Room Nursing required
• Current BCLS certification
• Minimum of 2 years working in Endoscopy related procedure environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of the OPANA standards is an asset
• Membership with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO)

Work Schedule

The successful candidate must be available to work Monday - Friday, Days. Shifts include 4, 6, 8 and 10 hour blocks, including but not limited to: 0700h - 1700h, 0730h - 1530h, 0800h - 1600h, 0830h - 1630h, 0900h - 1700h, 0700h - 1100h, 0800h - 1200h and 1200h - 1600h. Please note, schedule is subject to change based on operational needs.

Compensation

BAND J: $37.96 - $54.42 per hour

Who We Are

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

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