Summary of Duties

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre has an opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse with current orthopaedic experience including knowledge of Joint Replacement Surgeries, pre-operative assessment, and familiarity of the post-operative discharge process. The individual must have strong clinical assessment skills and organizational abilities.

• Provides pre and post-operative patient education.

• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, completes and reviews POP Nursing assessments and related documentation to assess and follow up on any outstanding patient issues

• Actively participates in process improvements, educational activities and research

• Provides physical assistance with patient transfers, relief coverage on patient care units, and the out-patient department

Qualifications/Skills

• Current Registration with Ontario College of Nurses

• Current BCLS Certificate

• Health Assessment course essential

• B Sc. N. preferred

• CNA Certification in orthopaedics preferred

• 5 years current surgical experience in orthopaedics with skills in Pre-Op and Post-Op care and Patient/Family teaching

• Proven leadership skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with patients, families and members of the multidisciplinary team

• Commitment to patient-focused care concepts principles

• Knowledge of and ability to effectively use organizational resources

• The ability to work in a fast paced and stressful environment is essential