Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.
The Emergency Nurse works within the environment of family-centered care. This position will involve nursing care and treatment of patients in the Emergency Department, and when required, care and treatment of patients in the In-Patient Department. The individual will work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
- patient assessment, nursing care planning and interventions including initiation of discharge planning on admission;
- patient and family support
- nursing ongoing assessment procedures, treatments and patient interventions;
- patient education and instruction on discharge; coordinating community supports and collaboration with physician and allied health professionals
- documentation as part of her/his role including patient assessments, treatments, medications, education and transfer;
- participation in committees and in quality improvement projects/assignments specific to the needs of the department
- Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island.
- 1 year acute medical/surgical nursing experience within the past two years.
- Possess BCLS certification.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with patients, family and staff.
- Have a good previous work and attendance record.
- Preference will be given to candidates with recent (within the past 2-3 years) experience in critical care or emergency nursing.
- Candidates with current/up to date ACLS, PALS, CTAS and TNCC certifications, or other Emergency/Critical Care course work will be considered assets.
- Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.
