Current Registered Nurse (RN) registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing.
Recent experience in Medical Imaging, ICU/Critical Care, Emergency Room, and Pre-Operative Surgery required.
Current BCLS certification required.
ACLS course upon hire or completed within six months of start date required.
Proficient ECG interpretation and IV therapy skills required.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and patient-centered care values.
Understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in health practices is an asset.
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive patient assessments prior to imaging procedures and educate patients on risks and post-care.
Continuously monitor and document vital signs and administer medications as ordered during procedures.
Assist physicians and technologists during various imaging procedures including interventional radiology and ultrasound.
Monitor patient recovery from sedation and manage complications at procedural sites.
Provide discharge instructions and document all assessments and interventions accurately.
Recognize and respond to adverse reactions, initiating emergency protocols as needed.
Collaborate with the Medical Imaging Team and inter-professional teams for comprehensive patient care.
Benefits
Temporary full-time employment with potential for extension.
Rotating shifts including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative healthcare environment.
Engagement in professional development and training opportunities.
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in health practices.
Full Job Description
Position Profile
We're looking for a Registered Nurse to work in our Medical Imaging Department.
Employment Status: Temporary Full TimeDuration : January 2028 - subject to change as per Article B - Management FunctionsHours of Work: 8 hour rotating shifts on weekdays, evenings, nights and/or weekends. On call rotation required - subject to change as per Article B - Management Functions
Location: Humber River Health, Wilson SiteLabour Group: ONAReporting Relationship: Manager, Medical ImagingHourly Rate: $41.15-$58.98
Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive patient assessments prior to imaging procedures and provide patient education regarding procedures, risk, and post-procedure care within scope.
Continuously monitor and document vital signs, cardiac rhythm, oxygenation, and level of consciousness during procedures. Administer medications as ordered.
Assist physicians and technologists during interventional radiology/cardiology, CT-guided, MRI, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy procedures.
Monitor patient recovery from sedation and medication administration. Assess procedural sites and manage complications.
Provide discharge instructions and patient family education. Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately.
Recognize and respond to adverse reactions (e.g., respiratory distress, contrast reactions, etc.). Initiate emergency protocols and life-saving measures as needed.
Work collaboratively within the Medical Imaging Team (e.g. technologists, radiologists and clerical staff) and inter-professional team external to the Medical Imaging department (CCAC, Nursing Homes, Dialysis, Cardiology, Oncology, etc).
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Current Registered Nurse (RN) registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing required.
Recent experience in Medical Imaging, ICU/Critical Care, Emergency Room, and Pre-Operative Surgery (Operating Room & Recovery Room) required.
Current BCLS certification required.
ACLS course upon hire or completed within six months of your start date required.
Coronary Care I & II, Operating Room, Recovery Room and/or Critical Care course/certificate preferred
Proficient ECG interpretation required.
Proficiency in initiating IV therapy, IV push meds, including IV sedation and venipuncture required.
Previous experience with arterial and central lines preferred
Demonstrate commitment to professional development and a strong knowledge of policy and practice standards
Demonstrate patient/family teaching and patient assessment skills. Related patient assessment course is preferred.
Demonstrate Patient Centered Care Values through excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to function as part of a team in a rapidly changing environment
Excellent organizational skills and flexibility
Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
Some Medical Imaging procedures occur with radiation and has a requirement to wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, lead.
An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.
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