Composite Registered Nurse First Assistant/Team Lead (Two Positions, Full-time Permanent, 1.00 FTE)

Kenora, ON

Description

RNFA Primary Responsibilities:

A Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is an experienced perioperative nurse who has completed additional education in the role diversity of the first assistant, including intraoperative knowledge and techniques necessary to assuming responsibilities of the first assist. The development of specific technical skills enables the RNFA to assist the surgeon with specific intraoperative procedures that are beyond the scope of practice for registered nurses without RNFA education and training.

The Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) has keen and accurate attention to detail. Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment are a must. The Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) is responsible for providing operative assistance to the surgeon during major surgeries in the Operating Room.

Team Lead Primary Responsibilities:

To coordinate the day-to-day activities of Surgical Services, including but not limited to:

• Surgical theatres 1, 2, and 3
• Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) & Day Surgery area
• Pre-Op Clinic

Organize and administer the educational components of the Surgical Services program and MDRD department in an integrated team approach.

It is understood that daily operations within the Surgical Services portfolio may require other duties as assigned.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited baccalaureate program in Nursing
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification from credentialed program
• Current certification with the Canadian Nursing Association (CPN(C))
• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) designation
• Current BLS and ACLS
• Certification in IV Therapy with demonstrated ongoing competence
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in perioperative nursing in the scrub and circulating role preferred
• Ability to function independently in a perioperative setting
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated well-developed verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills
• Ability to function in a stressful environment
• Ability to function as part of multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated qualities of leadership
• Demonstrated skill in critical thinking and problem solving that result in expected outcomes
• Demonstrated well-developed verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills
• Demonstrated competency in the skills of mediation, facilitation, negotiation, and delegation
• Demonstrated understanding of the Principles of Continuous Quality Improvement
• Ability to function independently as a registered Nurse in a peri-operative environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of Infection Control. (Hand Hygiene, Chain of Transmission, Personal Protective Equipment)
• Ability to participate in an on-call schedule and respond within 30 minutes
• Evidence of personal and professional growth through continuing education
• Willingness to complete peri-anesthetic and MDRD courses as required
• Minimum of three (3) years working in a peri-operative environment
• Knowledge of intraoperative and techniques
• Knowledge and experience of First Nations culture an asset
• Ability to meet physical and mental requirements of the position
• Reliable attendance record

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393