AddressONA POSTING
Position: Registered Nurse Opportunity (Investing in Our People - Operating Room Program)
Dept/Health System: Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
Posting ID: 2023-31313
Status: Full Time (x1)
Role Level: Clinical Patient Services (CPS04.2) - $34.24 - $48.17
Site: Mississauga Hospital
Hours of Work/Shift: 8 or 10 hour shifts - Available to work all shifts as required - Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends & On-Call
Posted: January 24, 2023
Internal Deadline: January 31, 2023
As part of our 10 year strategic plan, Trillium Health Partners (THP) is committed to continuing to build and strengthen an environment for people to realize their personal potential while contributing to a new kind of health care for a healthier community.
THP is offering the Investing in Our People Program, offering qualified RNs the opportunity to take the Operating Room Certificate Program by paying for their tuition and their time while they attend the Program.
This program requires a significant commitment from both THP and the RN. This program is designed for RNs with a desire to learn and advance their skills. The incumbent is sponsored to complete the Operating Room Nursing Certificate at a College (identified by THP) which includes theory and lab based courses followed by a clinical placement that will be 12-14 weeks in duration. The clinical placement and orientation will be completed within operating rooms at THP. Prior to the successful incumbent commencing the Investing in Our People Program – Operating Room, there is a mandatory requirement for applicants to participate in a paid shadow shift (7.5 hours) in the Operating Room at THP and submit a written self-reflection within three days of the shadow shift. The shadow shift and self-reflection activity provide the incumbent with an opportunity to more fully explore whether the operating room aligns with their professional goals.
Upon successful completion of the course, individuals will work in a Full time permanent capacity in the M-site CVOR-Operating Room at THP. It is important to note, that a Full Time commitment for 2 years to the THP CVOR-Operating Room will be required of all successful hires through this program.
*IIOP Course start date - TBA*
Key Qualifications:
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
- Registered Nurse with a minimum of two years of continuous acute nursing experience required
- BCLS required
- Ability to lift up to approx. 30 lbs and stand for long periods of time required
- Good standing with attendance and performance, required
- Previous recent and relevant Operating Room nursing experience is an asset
- Advanced physical assessment skills
- Ability to think critically and effectively in order to prioritize needs in emergency situations
- Highly effective decision making, problem solving and organizational skills combined with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
- Strong leadership & assessment skills
- History of ongoing professional development and be a self-directed learner
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and commitment to customer service and teamwork
- Experienced in patient education and sharing knowledge of expected outcomes and care
- Positive attendance and work record required
- In the event that the incumbent is unsuccessful in meeting the program requirements or withdraws, THP will require reimbursement of the cost of tuition and textbooks
Internal Candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.
Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.
Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.
Trillium Health Partners’ (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.
We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
