JOB PURPOSE

To collaboratively participate in the planning and delivery of holistic nursing care to meet individual needs of the critical patient in accordance with the philosophy, objectives and policies of the Neuro ICU and the Neuro Rehab Program. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, provides quality patient care within the scope of professional nursing practice to patients and families in the Neuro Intensive Care Unit (NICU) adhering to all Standards that apply to this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active registration with Nurses Association of New Brunswick, or eligible for such
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support Course and recertified yearly as a condition of continuing employment.
• Successful completion of Advance Cardiac Life Support Course and recertified yearly as a condition of continuing employment.
• Completion of a certified Critical Care Course or minimum of 2 years critical care experience. If no critical care experience, then recent medical/neuro/surgical experience will be considered via interview panel.
• Must be willing to take Critical Care Course and be successful within the first year if required.
• Possesses the medical/surgical nursing knowledge and clinical skills/expertise necessary to provide care for this population and off service patients. Neuro experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergency situations, rapidly changing priorities, and complex patient care needs.
• Be willing to obtain and maintain competency in the nursing care of patient requiring:
• BCMI (Basic Cardiac Monitoring Interpretation)
  BCLS and ACLS certification
• CVAD line - central venous access device
• PN - parental nutrition
• Care of the dying and family care
• Other competencies as necessary
• Pain Management
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or obtain within 1 year.
• Demonstrated assessment skills and ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated teaching, communication, interpersonal, and team building skills.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, as assigned, including weekends and holidays throughout the year.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work Record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate effectively and collaboratively with patients, families, other departments, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and good judgement.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrates professional initiative and good judgment in the application of nursing care including strong critical thinking skills.
• Respond to emergency situations, rapidly changing priorities, and complex patient care needs.
• Maintains certification in Hemodynamics and Defibrillation.
• Participates in Code Blue and Advanced Care Teams within the facility.
• Administration of titrated and IV push cardio-active drugs.
• Adheres to legislation and Horizon Health Confidentiality Policy to ensure all patient, business, financial and employee information is accessed on an as need to know basis.
• Patient Safety is a critical aspect of quality healthcare. Successful candidates must be accountable for creating a culture of safety, working as a team, communicating effectively, and responding to adverse events.
• Attends work on a regular basis.
• Willing to accept change and demonstrate the ability to adapt in a changing environment.
• Work in other patient care areas as requested by nursing supervisor/manager.

COMPETENCIES

• Assessment skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Critical thinking
• Decision Making
• Emotional Intelligence
• Flexibility
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and prioritizing work
• Problem solving
• Professionalism

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).

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon's Terms of Employment

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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.