Join our cutting-edge endoscopy center, the Ottawa Gastrointestinal Institute as a full time Registered Nurse!
Are you a dedicated nurse looking to be a vital part of a remarkable endoscopy clinic? We are seeking passionate and professional individuals like you who are committed to providing patient-centered care and making a positive impact on every patient’s journey. We are a large clinic located in the east end of Ottawa. We are open Monday to Friday with occasional weekends to be able to provide timely access to endoscopy procedures in the region.
What sets us apart?
«State of the art endoscopy equipment»
«Collaborative & supportive team environment»
«Key role in optimizing patient care and experience»
«Patient-centric approach at the heart of everything we do»
This is a specialized role allowing our RN’s to manage post-operative recovery care & the opportunity to provide bedside conscious sedation intra-operatively. Additionally, our RN’s assist with the pre-operative process by obtaining medical history, entering data into our EMR system & initiating IV and recording baseline vital signs. Each role will allow the RN to utilize their technical skills & abilities as well as expand their knowledge of diseases related to the digestive system & their treatments/interventions.
Job Description
· Admission of patients for endoscopic procedures (data entry, obtain vitals, medical history, initiate IV access)
· Assist physician intra-operatively with endoscopic procedures by administering IV conscious sedation (recording & monitoring vitals & meds given)
· Responsible for post-operative assessments & patient care (record & monitor vital signs, patient post-op teaching)
· Detailed data entry & documentation in the electronic medical record & paper charts
· Precise cleaning & disinfecting of all work areas
· Maintenance of crash cart medications & supplies
· Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
· Ability to provide exceptional care and support to patients before, during and after procedures
· Communicate with empathy and compassion, ensuring patients feel comfortable & informed
· Uphold highest standards of patient privacy & confidentiality
· Collaborate with the team to optimize patient outcomes & experiences
· Strong interpersonal skills, integrity & accountability
· Ability to adapt to changing and stressful situations
· Patient-centered mindset, task focused
· Organized with strong attention to detail
· Ability to manage time effectively
· Reliable, responsible & respectful
· Able to work independently & as part of a team
· Self-motivated & willing to learn
· Computer proficiency
· Repetitive tasks
· Physically demanding (walking, bending, kneeling & ability to stand for extended periods)
· Flexible availability (Monday to Friday)
*Eligible to work in Canada
*1 year commitment
Required Education & Certifications
· Registered Nurse (Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Nursing)
· Valid Nursing License in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
· Valid Basic Life Support Certificate
· Valid Advance Cardiac Life Support Certification (Mandatory)
· Professional Liability Insurance
· Level 2 Criminal Records and Judicial Matters check will be required for the successful candidate
Starting Salary: $37/hour with room for growth. This position comes with an additional monthly performance bonus.
If you are ready to take your nursing career to new heights & contribute to a clinic that values patient-centered care above all else, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and be part of a rewarding journey in the world of endoscopy.
OGI is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
*Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This advertisement is for an existing job vacancy.
Pay: $37.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ottawa, ON K1G 1A4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- BLS Certification (required)
- ACLS Certification (required)
- CNO Membership in good standing (required)
Work Location: In person
