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