Summary Of Duties

Responsible for primary care of Operating Room patients. The main functions of the RPN include, but are not limited to: assessment, intervention, education and patient advocacy. The RPN supports the Philosophy of Patient-Focused Care concept and principles and the Mission and Values of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. The RPN works closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications/Skills

Current Ontario Registration with College of Nurses Current B.C.L.S. Certificate Completion of post-graduate O.R. certificate Current or recent O.R. experience required Physical assessment course required Working knowledge of Aseptic Technique Ability to make decisions and work under stress Good interpersonal and communication skills Demonstrated knowledge of person centred care approach and principles