Registered Nurse

Obtain, clarify and implement providers orders accurately insuring the best possible health outcome for the patient.

Priority Setting

Independently identifies client changes in patient acuity levels by applying clinical knowledge and critical thinking to effectively triage and prioritize care.

Adaptability & Accountability

Provides autonomous care in situations where a client’s condition is complex, and the outcomes of care are not predictable.

The RN will work across a variety of assignments within the clinical area

Maintains efficient client flow through Health Services, the RN will rotate through roles including Immunizations, the Dispensary, Resource Nurse, and as an Assessment nurse in both Student Health and the Family Health Clinic.

The RN is required to engage in continuous education to stay current with evolving practices and maintain proficiency in an ever-changing healthcare environment. The RN must demonstrate a willingness to complete relevant courses and training to uphold competency and meet professional standards.

Applies all confidentiality standards of nursing practice.

Required Qualifications

Education

Graduate of a recognized School of Nursing and be a member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s degree

Candidates must possess current CPR or Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Preference will be given to candidates who have training in conducting mental health risk assessments, safety planning and de-escalating for individuals in distress

Preference will be given to candidates who have completed a recognized patient assessment course

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ experience providing patient care across the age continuum and health care spectrum, addressing a wide range of health issues.

Recent experience with preventative health care including immunizations, communicable diseases education and treatments, sexual health, and harm reduction strategies.

Experience in public health, emergencies, urgent care, or crisis intervention, family practice is required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

The RN must have a demonstrated history of good working relationships with colleagues, professional staff, and the inter-professional team,

Possess highly developed organizational skills and the ability to set priorities effectively.

Demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, function collaboratively within a team and make clinical decisions with their professional scope of practice and in accordance with the University of Waterloo’s policy and procedures.

Maintain a clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Equity Statement The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations. The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada. The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwaterloo.ca or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.