Registered Nurse, BIR Sexual Assault Care Centre

Job title: Registered Nurse, BIR Sexual Assault Care Centre

Job description: Job Number: J0621-0759

Job Title: Registered Nurse, BIR Sexual Assault Care Centre

Department: Br SACC

Job Category: Nursing

Hospital Location: Birchmount

Job Type: Casual

Number Of Positions: 1

Union: ONA Local 111

Hours: Days, Nights, On Call

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. Learn more at shn.ca

The completion of this online form serves as your application and will be used to determine if you meet the requirements of this position. Please ensure that you have provided all pertinent information necessary to be considered for this vacancy by the close date.

Reporting to the Manager of the Regional Sexual Assault /Domestic Violence Care Centre, the Registered Nurse will be responsible to provide immediate medical and crisis care to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Please note this position is required to work all shifts and On Call based on departmental needs

Requirements:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS
• Demonstrated skill and experience in physical assessment
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of crisis intervention skills and use of sound, independent clinical judgement
• Sensitivity to and demonstrated understanding of the issues sexual assault and domestic violence clients will encounter and reactions they may experience
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), listening and teaching skills
• Ability to advocate for clients and effective liaison with community professionals is desirable, i.e. police, shelters, etc
• Demonstrated effectiveness as interprofessional team player
• Able to work independently
• Available for the on call team
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN′s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and report hazards
• Engage in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
• Excellent work performance and attendance

Asset:

• Baccalaureate level preparation
• Membership in related nursing/clinical professional organizations
• Ability to speak another language
• Experience working with SA/DV clients
• SANE certification

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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Company: The Scarborough Hospital

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Location: Scarborough, ON

Job date: Sat, 19 Jun 2021 22:22:56 GMT