JOB PURPOSE

To collaboratively participate in the planning and delivery of total nursing care to meet individual patient needs in accordance with the philosophy, objectives and policies of the Emergency Department. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, provides quality patient care within the scope of professional nursing practice to patients and families in the ER/ICU MED/SURG.

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.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an ER and/or equivalent of acute care medical/surgical nursing experience within the past 5 years OR completion of the Critical Care Course.
• Current BCMI/ACLS Certification or willing to acquire certification at the earliest opportunity, not to exceed 6 months.
• Must complete required certification for medical delegated functions specific to ER within 6 months.
• Completion of CTAS course or willingness to obtain within 1 year.
• Current ENCP/PALS/TNCC Certification and Basic 12 lead ECG interpretation or willing to obtain within 1 year.
• Possesses the medical/surgical nursing knowledge and clinical skills/expertise necessary to provide care for this population and off service patients.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergency situations, rapidly changing priorities, and complex patient care needs
• Possesses the medical/surgical nursing knowledge and clinical skills/expertise necessary to provide care.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or willingness to obtain within 1 year.
• 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.
• Demonstrated assessment skills and ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated teaching, communication, interpersonal, and team building skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to 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.
• Demonstrated professional initiative and good judgment in the application of nursing care including strong critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated adherence 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.
• Attend work on a regular basis
• Responds to emergency situations and rapidly changing priorities
• Completes annual advanced nursing competencies related to critical care
• Performs the duties of the position including ambulance transfers

COMPETENCIES

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Emotional Intelligence
• Assessment skills
• Patient/client focus
• Planning and prioritizing work
• Decision making
• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Teamwork and collaboration
• 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

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.