Registered Nurse- -E&F4 Surgery/Surgical Oncology

• E/F4 takes a patient & family-centered, evidence based approach to care and is known for integrating interventions to reduce the incidence of hospital harm indicators such as Sepsis, Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections, Surgical Site Infections, and Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections.
• Registered Nurses (RNs) working in this unit help coordinate, evaluate, and advance patient care to allow for healthy populations.
• This fast-paced unit provides an environment with high acuity to enhance clinical knowledge and skill.
• Our nurses are highly skilled, frequently support learners and students, and are acknowledged as experts in wound care, pain management, and surgical care.
• There are many opportunities for professional growth and career advancements within this program.
• The RN collaborates with surgeons, physicians, and physician assistants to implement and evaluate patient care.
• They are frequently caring for higher acuity patients with complex medical needs in a large multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate critical decision-making and patient advocacy.

Current Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse Minimum one (1) year experience in an adult surgical setting Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification Familiarity with the unique challenges of an acute care setting Knowledgeable in acute pain management strategies, enteral and parenteral nutrition, complex wound care, stoma management and vascular access skills Competency in assessing and prioritizing clinical demands Exhibits organizational skills required to function in high acuity environments Displays exceptional communication and respect within an inter-professional team setting Evidence of ongoing professional development Proficient in electronic documentation and technology