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