Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site 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 Nurse working in Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare's Critical Care Unit you will;

Provide optimum quality of intensive patient care.

Evaluate patients, and co-ordinate and provide total patient care and other assigned duties according to policies and procedures of Critical Care/Step Down Unit.

Give medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician to Critical Care/Step Down Unit patients.

Performs ECG's as required.

Responsible for physician orders, requisitions and all charting of patients under his/her care.

Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Code Blue procedures and duties and assumes charge position until doctor arrives; supervises staff members involved in Code Blue procedures.

Assist charge person in the overall management of the Critical Care/Step Down Unit and as a member of the Rapid Response.

Participates in discharge planning/multidisciplinary rounds.

Required Education & Certification(s)

Current Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Currently certified in Critical Care procedures as established by Nursing Administration and Medical Director

Current BLS (Basic Life Support)

Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Certificate in Critical Care Nursing, or willingness to obtain, or equivalent in experience

Current IV certification, including management of central lines





Required Skills & Experience(s)

Ability to work effectively with patients and colleagues

Decisive and sound judgement in handling difficult situations

May be assigned to accompany patients on transfer

Visible and approachable for patients, families and staff with ongoing communication regarding patient monitoring and evaluation of activities. Ability to carry out teaching programs to Critical Care/Step Down Unit patients

Excellent client counselling, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and effectively interact as a team member in an interdisciplinary setting

Effective leader, organizer and planner capable of making timely decisions and exercising tact and valuable judgement

Effective time management skills

Desired Qualifications

Coronary Care Certificate

Physical Assessment Course

CNCC(C) - Certified Nurse in Critical Care- Canada Certification

Cardiology and intensive care nursing experience

Additional Perks At Mahc

Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)

Retention Bonus $7500 (permanent full-time/permanent part-time, eligible positions only)

Extended health benefits (permanent full-time)





Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Additional Information
Location:
Multi-Site, working on site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. 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 case-case 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 for external hires includes;

Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s 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 barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving 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
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

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