Critical Care Response Team (Ccrt) (Registered Nurse and Registered Respiratory Therapist) - Critical Care Unit - Casual (2) - Markham site

Job Description:

Land Acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Who you are:

· You encompass Oak Valley Health's core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and Courage

· You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard

· You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for:

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager of Critical Care you will be responsible for providing excellent care to a diverse patient population within our multi-service environment. You will be part of a 30 bed unit, delivering high quality care both within the Critical Care Department as well as part of the Critical Care Response Team.

What you bring to the role:

· Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario or College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario

· Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Respiratory Therapy

· Current BCLS and ACLS

· Completion of a Critical Care Certificate (for nurses)

· Minimum 2 years of Critical Care experience in a Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit

· Excellent communication, organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills

· Excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills

· Demonstrates initiative and the ability to function both independently and as a multidisciplinary team member in a fast paced demanding environment.

· Demonstrated good attendance record and performance record with the ability to maintain the same standard

· Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:

The successful candidate will do a rotation of 12 hour Days and Nights. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

Band J: 37.96- 54.42 or OPCOM02: 38.03 - 51.09 determined based on skills, qualifications and experience.

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario's leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 435,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children's services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 526 physicians, 28 midwives, 2,400 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

Oak Valley Health Diversity Statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada's most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one's personal identity and/or values. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.