Registered Nurse

Position: Registered Nurse
Status: Full-Time Permanent
Location: 194 Court Street N. Thunder Bay, ON
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The Port Arthur Health Centre is the largest healthcare provider of its kind in the Thunder Bay region and a key contributor to community health. Our mission is to offer quality patient care and services with a commitment to excellence.

We represent a multidiscipline, multi-specialty supportive medical services group. We recognize and value the true nature of partnership: as individuals we benefit through cooperation and unity - as a team we benefit from the unique strengths of our colleagues.

We are seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse to support patient care delivery and the implementation of programs that will optimize the health of our patients. Reporting to the Human Resources and Operations Manager, this position will work as part of the team providing direct primary care for patients.

 

Responsibilities:
o Provide patient care across programs such as diabetic management, cervical cancer screening, well-baby visits, walk-in care, and others as needed.
o Complete holistic assessments, contribute to care plans, and monitor patients with chronic illness through appropriate interventions
o Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and the interprofessional team to meet patient needs and ensure coordinated care
o Communicate assessment findings within the circle of care and liaise with families and community partners
o Develop and support patient and team educational resources, presentations, and workshops
o Arrange specialist referrals and appointments in consultation with physicians and team members
o Maintain accurate EMR documentation and protect confidential and sensitive information
o Support physicians during examinations, help manage patient flow, and perform other duties as assigned

 

As a member of the Port Arthur Health Centre Family Health Team, you will:
o Collaborate with community and hospital partners to enhance programs and patient care services.
o Participate in the development, implementation, and improvement of patient programs.
o Contribute to the overall functioning and success of the Family Health Team.
o Engage in quality improvement activities, including data collection and evaluation.
o Support a healthy, collaborative workplace that values learning, diversity, privacy, and professional standards.

 

Qualifications:
" Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as an RN
" Current membership with the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) and evidence of liability insurance is required
" Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
" Recent related nursing experience: Prefer working experience in a community-based or hospital based clinical team delivering related programs
" Proof of BCLS/CPR/First Aid Certification
" Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team
" Comfortable with electronic documentation and use of technology in the workplace.

 

Skills and Competencies:
" Excellent written and oral communication skills
" Confidence to practice independently
" Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
" Excellent critical thinking skills and clinical decision making
" Excellent attendance
" See value and able to work effectively as a collaborative team member

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Port Arthur Health Centre Family Health Team offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental benefits and a pension plan. We also offer an attractive and rewarding work environment.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to bcosta@pahealthcentre.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.