Saint John Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1257962

JOB PURPOSE

Provision of Nursing Care to meet the individual patient's needs by utilizing the nursing process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently registered with the Nurses Association of New Brunswick
• Current CCU (5AN) experience (2 years within the last three)
• Current experience with Permanent Pacemaker insertion and care
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of cardiac anatomy & physiology, cardiac rhythm strip interpretation & cardiac drugs
• Current IV Therapy and Venipuncture certification
• Defibrillation certification
• BCLS and ACLS certification
• High regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patients
• Demonstrates initiative and good judgement
• Ability to communicate effectively and pleasantly with patients, families, staff, physicians and the general public
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses the health care needs of patients including patients assigned to non-professional staff.
• Identifies patient needs and problems utilizing an assessment tool.
• Identifies needs effecting discharge planning and potential services required at home.
• Formulates objectives specific to the patient needs.
• Provides health teaching, counseling, health promotion to individuals or groups.
• Provides nursing care required to achieve the patient's desired outcomes.
• Evaluates outcomes of nursing actions for further assessment and planning.
• Utilizes effective communication skills to achieve a helping relationship.
• Supports new employees during orientation.
• Directs and supervises non-professional staff.
• Interacts with the nursing department in identifying, planning, implementing and evaluating changes.
• Demonstrates initiative for personal professional development.
• Participates in programs promoting quality improvement on nursing unit

COMPENTENCIES

• Is effective in approaching problems using a logical, systematic approach
• Collaborating with others and works well in a team environment
• Develops and maintains respectful relationships with others
• Seeks to meet quality standards for work performed
• Works carefully and methodically individually and as a team
• Takes responsibility for communicating effectively
• Is confident in applying information and knowledge to make a decision
• Demonstrates a positive attitude towards change
• Demonstrates critical and creative thinking
• Takes responsibility for contributing to a pleasant workplace environment
• Treats others with patience and respect
• Demonstrates flexibility in adapting to new or emergent requirements
• Demonstrates organizational skills
• Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness
• Applies analytical thinking to gather relevant information
• Relies on evidence and best practice when exploring options
• Values collaboration in the workplace
• Seeks out opportunities to involve others
• Is effective in mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Patient/Client Focus

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).

Interested? Apply Today!

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.