The Integrated Stroke Model of care provides assessment and treatment to stroke patients along the continuum. The stroke system begins in acute care on the 24 bed unit on 7South at the Hamilton General Site. Stroke recovery continues on B2North, a 28 bed unit in the Regional Rehabilitation Centre co-located at the HGH site.

The team also works closely with community partners to support ongoing integration into the community. Staff will have experience with skills in the treatment of stroke patients in both the acute and rehabilitation phases of the care continuum to support quick and seamless transitions between units. This unique model provides improved access to best practice and rehabilitation care for all individuals who have suffered a stroke.

days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays

This position is temporary until February 2027.

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at (phone hidden), Ext. 46947 for assistance.

If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however,



qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement

Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement

Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement

Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement

Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement

1. Baccalaureate degree or RN Diploma in nursing
2. Current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in good standing
3. Recent experience in stroke rehabilitation or neurological nursing preferred
4. Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level)
5. Demonstrates knowledge of Canadian Stroke Best Practices and how they are integrated into daily nursing practice
6. Demonstrates knowledge of in-depth health and physical assessment
7. Excellent conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts and ability to articulate the concepts as they relate to stroke rehabilitation
8. Excellent clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking
9. Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills (verbal and written)
10. Demonstrates ability to apply theoretical concepts and research findings in practice
11. Demonstrates ability to teach students within the context of an academic health care setting
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Demonstrates ability to work independently, and as part of an interprofessional team
13. Demonstrates collaborative approach to daily interactions that support respectful and effective working relationships with clients, families, the rehabilitation team and the community
14. Excellent knowledge of the standards of rehabilitation nursing practice and applicable health care legislation
15. Demonstrates willingness to gain knowledge and acquire skills to develop a higher level of professional expertise in stroke rehabilitation including creating a stroke specific learning plan based on Stroke Core Competencies for nursing
16. Demonstrates a willingness to learn and ability to identify and meet own learning needs for continuous professional development
17. Ability to articulate and provide substantiated rationale for clinical management of patient care
18. Computer proficiency and electronic documentation required

As a member of the interprofessional rehabilitation team, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation and standards that meets the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. The principal responsibilities include: planning, managing, evaluating and coordinating comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interprofessional practice; using theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care including health promotion for stroke rehabilitation patients and families; educating patients, families, regarding stroke rehabilitation; participating in interprofessional team care planning discussions, rounds and family conferences; providing leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit related to stroke rehabilitation; participating in career development programs of self and others and rehabilitation initiatives, compliance with and commitment to patient and staff safety responsibilities and corresponding organizational plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.

📌 Registered Nurse (Ontario)
🏢 Hamilton Health Sciences
📍 Ontario