About this role
Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care in compliance with scope of practiceResponsible and accountable for patient outcomesIdentifies and prioritizes for the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patientProvides care in a compassionate and caring manner within a diverse cultural environmentActs as a patient advocateIncorporates current validated research and evidenced-based practice into clinical practiceCollaborates with other members of the health care team to ensure standards of care and practice are metCollaborates to co-ordinate patient care with the patient/family and members of the Interdisciplinary TeamCollaborates to co-ordinate discharge planning with the patient /family and members of the Interdisciplinary Team/utilizes discharge instruction sheets and review with patients and family membersCollaborates with the Interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of patient care in the communityMonitors length of stay and works towards continual achievement of ER LOS targetsMonitors quality of patient care through the application of risk management activitiesAssists with the development of teaching materials and provides education for staff, patients and patient’s relativesProvides a safe and secure environment for patients, their families, and staffUses infection control and prevention measuresCollaborates as necessary to develop, review, modify, and update the patient’s plan of careCollaborates with the CRN or Charge Nurse for provision of patient care if there is a demonstrated alteration in acuity/predictability of the patient outcomeSeeks direction, support and guidance from the RN in accord with the defined scope of practice. Current Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario requiredMust have a minimum of 1 year Emergency Department experience Current Heart & Stroke approved Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hireMinimum education: Practical Nursing Diploma requiredCompletion of a recognized Medication Administration Course with recent experience in administering IV antibiotics, IM/SC injections, a preferred added skill set of IV initiation and performance of ECGsPhysical Assessment Course requiredPhlebotomy Certificate requiredRecent experience in an Emergency DepartmentSound knowledge of nursing process, theory, and responsibilities to the professionDemonstrated excellent organizational skillsSound problem-solving, conflict resolution and decision making skillsFunctions independently within scope of practiceMaximizes utilization of resourcesAware of multicultural issues affecting health care needsBasic computer skills- Order Entry module of Meditech requiredMust be able to meet the physical demands of the positionSatisfactory employment and attendance record required Hours: Monday to Sunday; Various rotating; Days & Nights; 12 hour shifts (Hours subject to change based on operational requirements)
Salary: $36.81 to $39.80 per hour
Date Posted: October 15, 2026
Internal Applicants Due By: October 22, 2026
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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.
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