Registered Nurse - Operating Room Casual

Clearpoint Health Network (CHN) is one of Canada’s largest trusted providers of independent surgical and multi-disciplinary medical centres across Canada. Working in close collaboration with hospitals, insurance providers, regional health organizations and workers’ compensation boards, Clearpoint delivers high-quality care across Canada meeting the needs of patients, while alleviating capacity pressure on public health systems.

Specialties include Orthopaedics, Gynecology, Plastics, ENT, Urology, Pediatrics, Spine, Cosmetics and others as required.

Maples Surgical Centre, a division of Clearpoint Health Network is recruiting for an experienced Registered Nurse- OR in our Casual Pool. 

Perks

• Wage $55.08/hr


• Day shifts


• Flexible scheduling


• On-site parking

Key Responsibilities 

• Collaborates with all members of the health care team.


• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies, medication administration and storage procedures and controlled substances regulations.


• Documents patient care appropriately in the medical record.


• Participates cooperatively and communicates effectively with team members


• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.


• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and participating in professional societies.


• Participates in educational programs as required.


• Assists with the orientation and support for new staff to the facility.


• Performs related duties as assigned by leader.


• Maintains compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• RN with current Certificate of Registration issued by the College of Nurses of Manitoba


• Operating Room certification from an accredited program– Certificate required


• Current BCLS certification is required


• Proven focus to provide excellent patient care, in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner


• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary team of care providers, with emphasis on assessment, education, prevention, maintenance, and restoration of patient health

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' recent experience in an acute care setting in the operating room/ambulatory care environment that includes but not limited to assisting, scrubbing/circulating in the operating room, and ambulatory services


• Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) perioperative nursing certification preferred. Completion of a recognized operating room course or a combination of education and experience.


• Ability to work independently within the surgical/ambulatory services environment to maintain patient flow


• Demonstrated knowledge of surgical/ambulatory procedures (including set up) and the continuum of care for the surgical patient that includes the pre-intra-post operative patient experience


• Must be capable to set up and care for minor and major surgical procedures and anticipate the needs of patients and physicians


• Proven motivation to pursue educational goals


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a highly skilled interdisciplinary team


• Implement plan of care including independent and interdependent nursing functions


• Assessing and understanding the unique needs of the surgical patients


• Strong proficiency and willingness to work at the full scope of practice (as outlined by CRNM)

Physical Requirements:

• The work environment is physically demanding and may require different levels of physical exertion, such as lifting, bending, and transferring patients.


• At times, RNs may work in challenging and stressful circumstances, such as in an emergency. Ability to respond appropriately to changing patient conditions.


• During the course of their work RNs may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, chemicals and other safety hazards. Adherence to IP&C standards are required.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [email protected] for further information.

Clearpoint Health Network Inc is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.