Careers at Thunder Bay Regional Sciences Centre

SPRING HIRE-Registered or Graduate Nurse

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 07:51:53 GMT

�� Ref# 18ONA355

�� Spring Hire

�� Permanent /Temporary Full & Part-time positions

Reporting to the Manager of the Unit, you will be responsible for providing quality nursing care to patients including complex patient populations whose outcomes are not predictable. As part of an interdisciplinary health care team, you will practice within the Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

� Current registration or eligible for temporary registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of

�� Ontario

� Current certification in BCLS

In addition, applicants must have skill and experience in the following areas:

� Physical Assessment

� Intravenous Therapy and Intravenous Initiation

� Central Venous Line Management

� Aseptic Technique and Body Substance Precautions

� Practicing as a partner on interdisciplinary teams

� Patient and family teaching

� Critical thinking, problem solving and conflict resolution skills

� Comfortable providing cross cultural care

� Time management and organizational skills

Interested applicants should include the following in their application:

1. Cover Letter: Specifically including 3 units of interest and why you are interested in each; as well as your French language skills, if applicable.

2. Resume:� Outlining a detailed chronology of preceptorships/preceptor/tasks, and relative previous experience/training.

3. Two completed Forms of Recommendation, if possible.

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise.� As one tool in the recruitment screening process, all offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.

The Health Sciences Centre (HSC) is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred Care.� Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. �Regular attendance at work is imperative; therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer.� Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.� Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.� Interested applicants should submit a resume outlining relative previous experience and training no later than 1630 hours on Monday, January 7, 2019.

All applicants must apply through our website.

Posted:� December 10, 2018

ONA

Dietary Aide-PT(.2) Patient Food Service

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 12:45:16 GMT

�� Ref# 18SEI212

�� 1 ‑ Part Time (.2) ‑ Dietary Aide

�� Nutrition and Food Services

This position will involve working the day, evening, weekend shifts.� The shift is not to be interpreted as a guarantee.

Under the direct supervision of the Food Services Supervisor, performs dietary duties as assigned. Assignment of

responsibilities may rotate within the schedule, determined by the Supervisor.

Qualifications:

*� Minimum completion of Grade Ten

*� Ontario Food Handler Training Certificate, current within the last 5 years is required

*� Knowledge of HACCP is an asset

*� One year experience working in a large quantity kitchen would be an asset

*� Knowledge of computer software, large quantity production equipment such as: stoves, ovens, grills, mixers,

blenders, peelers, vegetable chopper/dicer, meat slicer, mincer, microwave ovens, cash register

*� Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

*� Must be able to communicate effectively (tasks related to skill ‑ reading of work schedules, cleaning lists, and

communicating with fellow employees)

Salary Range:� $21.904 to 22.207

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

financial and otherwise.� As one tool in the recruitment screening process, all offers of employment to external

candidates shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) to ensure the absence of relevant

criminal convictions.

The Health Sciences Centre (HSC) is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient

and Family Centred Care.� Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and

commitment to this care philosophy.

Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct.� Regular attendance at work is

imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this

position.

We are an equal opportunity employer.� Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout

the selection process.� Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and

encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.

Interested applicants should submit a resume outlining relative previous experience and training no later than 1630

hours on Wednesday, December 19, 2018.

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet.� External applicants must apply through our

website.

Posted:� December 5, 2018

SEIU

Registered Nurse-TFT Neonatal ICU

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:08:57 GMT

�� Ref# 18ONA338

�� 1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ Composite ‑ Registered Nurse

�� Neonatal Intensive Care Unit & Paediatric Inpatient Unit

**Composite = the successful candidates will be required to work in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit &

Paediatric Inpatient Unit with Neonatal Intensive Care Unit as the home unit.

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event

you are successful.

Reporting to the Manager ‑ Neonatal Intensive Care and Paediatric Services, you will be responsible for providing

quality nursing care to patients including complex patient populations whose outcomes are not predictable. As part

of a multidisciplinary health care team, you will practice within the Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario,

the Philosophy and Values of Nursing Services and the policies of the Hospital.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

*� Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario

*� Current certification in BCLS

*� Two years experience in Neonatal/Paediatric Nursing

*� Certification, or recent continuing education in Neonatal/Paediatric Nursing is preferred

In addition, applicants must have skill and experience in the following elements of nursing practice:

*� Physical Assessment

*� Intravenous Therapy and Intravenous Initiation

*� Central Venous Line Management

*� Aseptic Technique and Body Substance Precautions

*� Practicing as a partner on multidisciplinary teams

*� Patient and family teaching

*� Critical thinking, problem solving and conflict resolution

In addition to the above qualifications, preference will be given to applicants who

*� Have newborn and Paediatric assessment skills

*� Have knowledge and expertise in promoting growth and development

*� Have experience working with cardio/respiratory monitors, oximeters and mechanical ventilators

*� Are certified in umbilical line samplingand are competent in CVL and port‑a‑cath access

*� Are proficient at performing all the required procedures related to the care of the critically ill newborn (i.e.

intubation, ventilation, IV initiation, blood sampling etc..)

*� Have experience initiating care of the newborn at a delivery or C/S

*� Have knowledge and experience assisting mothers with the initiation and ongoing support of breast‑feeding

*� Can apply the nursing process to the care of newborns and up to the age of 16 years

*� Have successfully completed a Neonatal/Peadiatric Critical Care Course, NRP and PALS, and Non‑Violent Crisis

Intervention

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

financial and otherwise.� As one tool in the recruitment screening process, all offers of employment to external

candidates shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) to ensure the absence of relevant

criminal convictions.

The Health Sciences Centre (HSC) is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient

and Family Centred Care.� Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and

commitment to this care philosophy.

Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct.� Regular attendance at work is

imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this

position.

We are an equal opportunity employer.� Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout

the selection process.� Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and

encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.

Interested applicants should submit a resume outlining relative previous experience and training no later than 1630

hours on Monday, December 17, 2018.

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet.� External applicants must apply through our

website.

Posted:� December 10, 2018

ONA

Unit Care Aide-TPT(.5) Nursing Resource

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:23:56 GMT

�� Ref# 18SEI213

�� 2 ‑ Temporary Part Time (.5) ‑ Unit Care Aide

�� Nursing Resource Team

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event

you are successful

This position will involve working the day, evening, night, weekend shifts.� The shift is not to be interpreted as a

guarantee.

Reporting to the Manager, Nursing Resource Team in collaboration with the unit manager and accountable to the

patient's assigned Nurse, the Unit Care Aide provides constant or close observation of patients for the purpose of

advancing the patient's safety, and according to policies and procedures at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences.

The Unit Care Aide will also when required provide care to the patients by performing a variety of tasks that will

provide support to the nursing staffs of the unit.

Qualifications:

*� Students currently enrolled in Health related programs will be considered

*� Experience in a health care related program or support worker program

*� Strong interpersonal and communication skills

*� Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations

*� Demonstrate a patient centered approach to providing care and services

*� Experience working in a health care environment

*� CPR certification required

*� Students enrolled in Health Programs will be considered

The Unit care Aide will also be able to perform the following skills and duties:

*� Assist clients with bathing, grooming and dressing, and other personal hygiene activities

*� Helps prepare meal trays for patients (i.e. opening lids, cutting meat, etc.).�

*� Feed clients and, when required, measure intake and output

*� Assist with bed transfers, lifting, turning, walking and crutch walking

*� Assist with toileting, including use of bedpan, commode or toilet

*� Empty ostomy bags, collect stool specimens and assist with toileting

*� Assist patients with transfers and ambulation including use of cane, walker and wheelchair

*� Answers call bells and relays messages as required.

*� Informs the primary care nurse of any patient concerns.

*� Ensure the safety of their clients, themselves and others

Salary Range:� $20.249

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

financial and otherwise.� As one tool in the recruitment screening process, all offers of employment to external

candidates shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) to ensure the absence of relevant

criminal convictions.

The Health Sciences Centre (HSC) is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient

and Family Centred Care.� Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and

commitment to this care philosophy.

Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct.� Regular attendance at work is

imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this

position.

We are an equal opportunity employer.� Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout

the selection process.� Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and

encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.

Interested applicants should submit a resume outlining relative previous experience and training no later than 1630

hours on Monday, December 17, 2018.

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet.� External applicants must apply through our

website.

Posted:� December 10, 2018

SEIU

Unit Care Aide-TFT Nursing Resource Team

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:29:08 GMT

�� Ref# 18SEI214

�� 2 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ Unit Care Aide

�� Nursing Resource Team

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event

you are successful.

This position will involve working the day, evening, night, weekend shifts.� The shift is not to be interpreted as a

guarantee.

Reporting to the Manager�� Nursing Resource Team in collaboration with the unit manager and accountable to the