Summary of Duties:

Provides direct patient care to patients in the General Medicine/Nephrology PSU in accordance with standards of the College of Nurses organization. Embracing the philosophy of Person Centered Care;

• Collaborates with patients and families and multidisciplinary team to plan and implement patient care needs and documents information according to appropriate standards
• Engages in continuous learning and improvement activities in the work environment by providing feedback regarding areas progressing well and those requiring improvement

Qualifications:

• Current Ontario Registration, B.Sc.N. preferred
• Successful completion of pre-interview quiz. Passing mark 80%
• Current B.C.L.S.
• Preferably with 2 years of acute care experience within the last 5 years
• Preferably with 5 years of general Internal Medicine experience
• Successful completion of Nephrology 1 or demonstrated nephrology experience in lieu of
• Demonstrates knowledge of Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
• Demonstrated knowledge in Person Centred Care approach and principles
• Demonstrated ability to implement and champion change
• Ability to set priorities in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated innovative practice in and appreciation of the unique needs and care of older adults
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and evidence-based practice