Registered Nurse - 8 East Respirology

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

 

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team.  At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.       

 

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

 

Join our professional team of Registered Nurses as we work together to deliver compassionate care that is responsive to the healthcare needs of our community.  

Humber River Health is committed to revolutionizing patient care for our diverse community. We are looking for exceptional individuals to join our great team: people who share our passion to deliver excellent, patient-focused, expert care. The Hospital is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University.

 

We are looking for a Registered Nurse within 8 East Respirology Unit.

 

Are you a compassionate RN who is focused on delivering high-quality, safe-care? If yes, we invite you to read the details below then apply.

Employee Status:  Temporary Full time

Diration February 28, 2028 subject to change per management rights.Reporting Relationship: Manager of 8 East & West

Hourly Rate Range: $41.15 - $58.98Schedule Requirements: Rotating shifts, 8 or 12 hours, days/evenings/nights/weekendsLocation: Wilson siteEmployee Group: ONA

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide care for chronically ventilated and acutely ill patients with respiratory health problems in collaboration with the Registered Respiratory Therapist where necessary
• Provide care of acutely ill patients with respiratory health problems.
•  Assessment, care planning and coordination of care with various team members within an inter-professional setting.
• Utilization of computerized systems for documentation of patient care.
• Participation in project teams or Hospital committees as required.
• Resource/team leader responsibilities.
• Preceptorship of nursing students and new orientees.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS certification or an agreement to obtain within 3 months of commencement into the position.
• Previous Respiratory nursing experience preferred.
• 2 years acute medical/surgical Inpatient experience preferred.
• A commitment to complete specialized training in Respiratory nursing prior to starting on the unit.
• Experience providing care to patients with ventilators, trachestomy, central lines, complex wounds, and feeding tubes is preferred.
• Physical Assessment course preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to set priorities, sound problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Excellent patient/family teaching skills and an ability to promote family centered care.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work with a multidisciplinary team, patients, family members and visitors.
• Computer skills required.
• Excellent attendance and discipline free record is a requirement
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

 

Why choose Humber River Health?

 

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

 

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

 

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

 

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

 

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

 

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.