Job Title

Registered Practical Nurse - Telemetry (Permanent Full-Time) Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multisite organization that includes the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site, and together we provide outstanding, integrated care to support people in living their healthiest lives. ROLE As a Registered Practical Nurse working within MAHCs Critical Care Unit (ICU) you will help support various teams that are in need of your skills and expertise. Administer direct nursing care for patients in those areas assigned. Plans, organizes, and delivers nursing care in a variety of settings. Plans for and communicates to other nursing staff regarding patient needs and priorities when leaving one patient care area to ensure continuity of care. Communicates to physicians, other departments or organizations, regarding issues affecting patient care. Participates in quality control activities and understands the quality care goals of the organization. The individual is vigilant in ensuring that quality issues are brought to the attention of the appropriate manager/coordinator. Performs other duties as required including occasional escort duties for patients being transferred to other institutions for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. Initiate and assist in Code Blue & Rapid Response procedure. Participate in educational activities to maintain and advance competency and experience in all areas of patient care. REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S) Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario. Current CPR HCP (Health Care Provider). IV Certified. REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S) Minimum of 2 years of current experience as a Nurse in an acute care setting. A nurse who has varied clinical experience and enjoys a variety of patient care areas is suited to this role. Excellent communication skills and the ability to function as a team member in a variety of settings are essential. Ability to work independently and in a team setting. Ability to organize, prioritize and function well under stress and crisis situations. Ability to work all shifts. Regular and punctual attendance is a requirement of this position. DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC Community Commitment Program for Nurses (you could qualify for $25,000) Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent parttime and permanent fulltime new hire you refer to MAHC) Retention Bonus $7500 (permanent fulltime/permanent parttime, eligible positions only) Extended health benefits (permanent fulltime) Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) LOCATION South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) in Bracebridge. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. Exceptions will be considered on a casebycase basis. HOURS OF WORK Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospitals Occupational Health and Safety department. Legal entitlement to work in Canada. Satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check. OUR ORGANIZATION MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrierfree. We encourage applicants from all equitydeserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. ACCOMMODATION Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled. #J-18808-Ljbffr