The Combined Care Unit is a patient care area that incorporates 17 medical beds and 5 complex continuing care beds. An interdisciplinary team consisting of Nurses, Physicians, Pharmacists, Registered Dietitians, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and many volunteers care for patients here.

Alexandra Hospital Ingersoll is actively seeking a Registered Nurse for the Combined Unit.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse, currently registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is required.
• Recent experience in Medical/Surgical, Geriatric, Palliative or an SCU is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Experience with IV insertion, Glucometer testing and BDC medication is required.
• Well-developed Patient Assessment, Intervention and Evaluation skills
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated warmth, interest and empathy in interactions with patients
• Demonstrated ability to function productively in a very demanding environment
• Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback in a open and constructive manner
• Evidence of a commitment of self-directed learning as demonstrated by the courses taken
• Demonstrated skills in patient teaching
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of the team
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to Privacy and Confidentiality
• Excellent attendance record and work ethics in previous positions
• Able to work in high stress situations

• Must be available to work all shifts as required, which may include: weekends, statutory holidays, day, evening and night shifts
• Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check and meet Health Clearance requirements including full COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of the job offer.
• Please be advised that as part of the selection process, a reference check will be conducted.
• Salary Range: As per the ONA Collective Agreement ($34.24 per hour - $49.02 per hour)