Advanced Beginner Registered Nurse (RN) Picton Emergency Room

Position Summary

Looking for a workplace where your skills are valued your growth is supported and your team feels like family Welcome to the Emergency Department at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospitala small but mighty team that works seamlessly together to provide exceptional care to our community.

Whether youre just starting your career or looking to expand your expertise working in our ER is an incredible foundation for future opportunities in nursing education professional practice or leadership. Youll gain broad hands-on experience managing a wide range of casesincluding medical surgical cardiac trauma pediatric and obstetrical emergenciesall in a supportive small-hospital environment.

We offer flexible scheduling with a mix of 8- and 12-hour shifts and guaranteed every-second-weekend off. Full-time lines primarily feature 12-hour shifts and for those interested theres the opportunity to cross-train on the inpatient medical floor for even more variety and growth.

What sets us apart is our commitment to each other. New team members receive strong support from both peers and leadership to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing success. If youre eager to learn ready to make a difference and excited to be part of a close-knit high-impact teamcome join us in beautiful Prince Edward County. Wed love to meet you.

Required

Current Certificate of Registration in good standing or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Current certification in ACLS or able obtain within 6 months of the commencement of the position
Completion of Coronary Care 1 or equivalent (ex. QHC Cardio Concepts) or obtain within 6 months of the commencement of the position.
Minimum 1-year recent emergency room experience within the last 2 years as a Registered Nurse.
Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload (Physical Demands Analysis available to review).

Duties

Demonstrated leadership critical thinking interpersonal and communication skills to assume incharge responsibility to function independently.
Practices within the scope of professional legal and ethical standards.
Accountable to seek out and obtain education to enhance/improve practice.
Formulates the plan of care in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Continuously assesses monitors and evaluates data regarding the patients physical emotional and psycho-social status.
Continuous analysis of data to formulate nursing response and interventions based on the patient/family wishes priorities and needs.
Plans interventions in collaboration with the inter-professional care team to formulate an overall plan of care.
Implements the established plan of care in collaboration with the inter-professional team using advanced skill and knowledge within his/her professional scope of practice.
Evaluates patient outcomes in a manner consistent with independent and interdependent nursing functions.
Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine Its You Value Everyone We All Make a Difference and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives improve access to high-quality care and build healthier communitiesright where people need it most.

Located on the stunning Bay of Quinte Belleville blends small-town charm with big-city perksvibrant dining festivals waterfront adventures scenic trails and great shopping.

As the largest Quinte Health hospital Belleville General Hospital (BGH) offers diverse opportunities across medicine critical care emergency surgery maternal-child care mental health rehab and oncology. We collaborate regionally to provide top-tier care.

At BGH youll thrive in a dynamic supportive and team-driven environment. Newcomers learn from experienced professionals fostering growth and a shared passion for making a real impact. Come be part of something amazing!

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength
Required Occasionally lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50 pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds patient assist approx. 100 pounds
Mobility
Required Constantly standing
Required Frequently walking bending/stooping
Required Occasionally sitting twisting/turning bending crouching/squatting kneeling
Required Rarely balancing climbing
Dexterity
Required Frequently forward shoulder movements gripping/grasping pinching neck elbow shoulder wrist and back normal range of motion
Required Occasionally fine finger movements shoulder movements (up/down)
Required Rarely foot action

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at x2577 or for assistance.