Saint John Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1258786

JOB PURPOSE

To provide quality nursing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting that is consistent with available resources and departmental policies and is evidence – based.

KEY RESPONISIBILITIES

The RN will:

• With other members of the health care team, collaboratively assess patient care needs and plan for the delivery of care to meet those needs.
• Assess patients for falls risk.
• Collection of statistics
• Assist the physician with minor procedures (surgical / plastic / Proctology procedures, etc) and provide for the support and comfort needs of the patient during such procedures.
• Obtain, label and document specimens for diagnostic testing, following the physician's orders.
• Perform phlebotomy
• Provide assistance and nursing support to the Ambulatory Treatment Clinic
• Coverage of all clinical activity within the clinic as required
• Participate in the orientation of and supports new staff members.
• Participation and mentoring of students.
• Provide teaching, instruction, counselling, and health promotion to individuals.
• Recognize unsafe practices and intervene to prevent injury to patients and staff.
• Maintain data necessary for reports and quality assurance activity.

NOTE: The described duties are representative, but not to be construed as all inclusive. Related and allied duties may/will be assigned from time to time as necessitated by the operational needs of the department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently registered with the Nurses Association of New Brunswick.
• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing
• CPR certification.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in performing phlebotomy
• Previous Med / Surgery experience in the past 5 years.
• Must have good previous work record
• Physically able to perform duties.
• Good understanding of the multidisciplinary approach to patient care and collaborative practice
• High regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patients.
• Demonstrated initiative.
• Ability to communicate effectively and possess good interpersonal skills.
• E-learning current and up to date.

COMPETENCIES

• Is effective in communicating with others
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning & Prioritizing work
• Teamwork & 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).

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.