Logo of Huzzle

Registered Nurse, Emergency

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You must have a CNO registration, BScN (or near completion), BCLS, ACLS (or meet within 6 months), 1-2 years’ nursing experience, and strong critical thinking and communication skills.
  • You will triage patients, administer medications, collaborate with a team, educate families, document care, maintain equipment, and stay updated on medical advancements in emergencies.

Requirements

  • Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
  • Graduate of a CNO-approved bachelor’s degree in nursing program, or equivalent combined education and experience
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
  • Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • As a condition of hire, the ACLS course must be successfully completed within six (6) months of hire
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN). Applicants in their final year or near completion will be considered
  • 1-2 years’ experience in Medical/Surgical or Adult Critical Care nursing
  • Recent Emergency Department or Medical/Surgical Step-Down Unit experience
  • Successful completion of a Coronary Care 1 course
  • Demonstrated excellent critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills
  • Superior interpersonal, communication, leadership and public relations skills
  • Problem solving, de-escalation techniques
  • Commitment to professional practice and personal development

Responsibilities

  • Triage incoming patients, prioritizing based on severity
  • Administer medications and perform medical procedures such as wound care and intravenous line placement
  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals
  • Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing education on diagnoses and treatment plans
  • Document patient information accurately and maintain organized medical equipment
  • Participate in ongoing training to stay updated on the latest medical advancements and emergency protocols
  • Demonstrate adaptability, quick decision-making, and effective communication in handling emergencies

FAQs

What is the duration of this assignment?

This is a temporary full-time assignment of up to approximately twelve (12) months.

Is this position suitable for new graduates?

While experienced candidates may be preferred, applicants who are in their final year or near completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) will also be considered.

What certifications are mandatory for this role?

A current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification are mandatory, with the condition that the ACLS course must be completed within six (6) months of hire.

What kind of training will be provided?

Extensive hospital and emergency department orientation will be provided, along with a dedicated preceptorship program and ongoing training to stay updated on the latest medical advancements and emergency protocols.

What is the primary focus of the Emergency Department at Mount Sinai Hospital?

The Emergency Department is dedicated to delivering family-centered emergency care to the community, operating on a modified Primary Nursing model.

What kind of team will I be working with?

You will collaborate within a multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, the role allows for professional growth through continuing education and exposure to unique technologies and leadership opportunities.

How does the department prioritize patient care?

The role involves triaging incoming patients based on severity to prioritize care effectively.

Discovering and delivering life-changing care in hospital, community and home.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Sinai Health is a leading academic health science centre and a trailblazer for integrated care across the health continuum. Our fusion of science, innovation, care and learning has earned us international, national and provincial leadership for unique programs and compassionate care. Since 2015, Sinai Health has delivered excellent care in hospital, community and home. Comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care, Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions, and educates future clinical and scientific leaders.