Employment Opportunities & Application Process

SOCIAL WORKER - PERMANENT FULL-TIME

Position summary:

The primary function of the Social Worker is to assess the psychosocial functioning of the patient and family in order to provide appropriate interventions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Completes a comprehensive psychosocial assessment.
• Develops and implements individual treatment plans based on analysis of assessment, while considering the overall health care plan of the patient.
• Establishes goals of care in collaboration with the patient and/or Substitute Decision Maker (SDM)
• Identifies both short and long term goals to ensure/enhance continuity of care for patient/family
• Monitors change in the patient’s functional status and adjusts treatment programs accordingly.
• Provides counseling services to help patients and caregivers cope with the impact of illness, transitioning and hospitalization.
• Provide ongoing patient and family education
• Facilitate group and individualized patient and caregivers therapeutic sessions
• Collaborates with the clinical team in identifying, monitoring and treating patients requiring counseling services.
• Educates patients, their care partners, and other health care providers (including physicians and students) with regard to Social Work and the management of the patient’s health problems.
• Acts as liaison and assist patients and staff with community resources
• To improve Inclusion Diversity and Health Equity efforts to better serve and support patient and their families
• Facilitate communication between patient care team and patients and their families
• Provide crisis intervention and mediate conflict
• Advocate for required services and navigate social systems
• Educate patients and families on effective ways to mobilize existing resources
• Ensure plan is communicated to all stakeholders and that appropriate referrals have been processed and received
• Collaborates with members of the inter-professional team through documentation and/or direct consultation to provide a coordinated program of patient care.
• Assists patients to access community services and resources as appropriate.
• Attends and contributes to patient care conferences and meetings.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date assessment, treatment plans, goals and other relevant administrative records for each patient according to Runnymede Healthcare Centre (RHC) and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers guidelines
• Contribute to safe patient discharge through case coordination by providing patient/family education, referring relevant specialized treatment programs, coordinating family meetings, coordinating legal/financial capacity or SDM issues including potential PGT involvement

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work
• Member in good standing with the OCCSWSSW
• Membership in the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) an asset
• 2-5 years of clinical experience in Rehabilitation/Complex Continuing Care or Acute Care Hospital
• Demonstrated expertise with geriatric, neurological and Musculoskeletal conditions
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Effective verbal and written communication to successfully work with all levels of the organization
• Experience with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

HR ASSOCIATE - PERMANENT FULL-TIME

Position summary:

Reporting to the Manager, People & Culture, the Human Resources Associate acts as the first point of contact for staff and visitors to the HR Department, responding to general enquiries, greeting guests, and referring issues to HR team members as appropriate.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepares, posts and maintains job postings on internal and external recruitment sources.
• Gathers and screens resumes or applications received from internal and external candidates.
• Conducts telephone pre-screening of selected candidates as required.
• Books interviews, prepares interview package for interview panel and confirms room set-up.
• Participates as a member of an interview panel as required.
• Conducts reference checks and provides results of reference check to the Hiring Manager.
• Prepares offers of employment letters and contacts successful candidates to offer employment and provide details regarding status, compensation, required documentation, pre-employment health review, and criminal reference checks as required.
• Ensures the recruitment process adheres to applicable laws, policies and collective agreements.
• Creates and maintains employee file and ensures all required information is appropriately stored in the employee’s file, that the files are stored and maintained in accordance with Hospital Policy.
• Updates required human resources databases with employee information, including pension and benefit software and ensures strong data accuracy.
• Provide employees with general compensation information and appropriately escalate employee compensation questions to the Senior Human Resources Business Partner for resolution.
• Respond to employee benefit and compensation inquiries and ensure unresolved inquiries are escalated to the Senior Human Resources Business Partner for resolution.
• Supports the grievance processes including: create, maintain and track grievance case files, collect, prepare and distribute supporting documentation, correspondence and minute taking, coordinate grievance meetings in accordance with collective agreement and/or Ministry of Labour Employment Standards Act (ESA) Section 48 or 49 requirements).
• Supports the Human Resources department, and the management team, to ensure Human Resources programs are administered and implemented in accordance with Human Resources policies.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Undergraduate Degree in Business/Human Resources or other related field or successful completion of a Diploma in Human Resources field required.
• Minimum one (1) year relevant work experience in HR or Labour Relations required. Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Current knowledge of, or the ability to understand and interpret as required: Ontario Employment legislation (ESA), WSIB, Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety.
• Excellent knowledge of Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with highly sensitive and confidential material.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise tact and discretion, along with good judgment and problem solving
• Professional and customer service oriented with an ability to work effectively in a team environment with a variety of internal and external stakeholders

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER - PERMANENT FULL-TIME

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner will utilize a broad breadth of HR skills and knowledge to partner with clients and provide leadership, support and strategic business thinking in clinical and non-clinical settings. The incumbent will collaborate with a variety of stakeholders to develop and implement creative solutions aligned with the Hospital's mission, vision and strategic direction in support of the overall goal of transforming healthcare. In addition, the incumbent will provide consultation to leadership on compensation, benefits as well as employment and labour relations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and drive HR initiatives including effective and positive labour relations, total compensation programs, benefit and pension administration.
• Bring value-added professional HR advice and counsel for effective and efficient delivery to clients in areas of total compensation, conflict resolution, talent and performance matters, grievance handling and other general HR issues.
• Keep abreast of current legislation and amendments or changes in the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, the Labour Relations Act, Pay Equity Act and any other relevant legislation.
• Effective administration, interpretation and application of two collective agreements (SEIU and ONA) and Hospital policies, guidelines and directives
• Facilitate timely resolution of all employee and labour relations issues while maintaining an appropriate balance between employee and management advocacy
• Provide consultative and supportive services to managers and employees with respect to employee and workplace issues such as incident investigations, progressive discipline, and performance issues
• Ensure salary administration is consistent with Collective Agreements and Hospital Policy and with regard to similar positions in the health care environment
• Ensure the proper administration of employee benefit plans by performing initial benefit information sessions and enrolment with employees, responding to benefit inquiries, and providing benefit plan updates as required
• Participate in the review and development of the Hospital’s compensation programs, and ensure plans are equitable, competitive and consistent with Collective Agreements, Policies and Hospital philosophy

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• University degree and/or College Diploma in Human Resources Management or a related discipline
• HRPA member in good standing
• CHRP designation is preferred
• Minimum five (5) years' HR Business Partner or equivalent experience
• Labour relations experience in a unionized environment is required
• Knowledge of QHR is considered an asset
• Excellent knowledge of Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated advanced skills in investigation, analysis, coaching, negotiation, facilitation, communication, decision making, consultation, mediation, counseling, interviewing, and change management

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

COMMUNICATIONS LEAD - PERMANENT FULL-TIME

The Communications Lead is responsible for daily oversite of the hospital’s corporate communications department including internal and external communication plans in alignment with the Hospitals mission, vision, values and strategic directions. This role supports and functions in the capacity for generating staff, public and stakeholder interest in and knowledge of the hospital’s unique role in Ontario’s healthcare system. This role supports and works collaboratively with key stakeholders both within and outside of the organization to develop and implement targeted communication strategies and plays a key role in enhancing the reputation for Runnymede Healthcare Centre through marketing and branding initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop targeted communications strategies to address specific communication needs and issues aimed at external audiences such as media, community, referring agencies and hospitals as well, identify, prioritize and manage corporate communications
• Develop and implement appropriate printed and electronic communication materials to convey key messages, organizational positioning and objectives, for example, responsible for the development of key messages; writing, editing, photography and production of these materials
• Oversee the development, distribution and evaluation of all official hospital promotional and communication vehicles, including annual report, press releases in accordance with MOHLTC, newsletters, articles, brochures and marketing materials, advertisements, signage, website and electronic communications, including the design, plan and edit of corporate publications meeting all appropriate deadlines
• Develop, implement and oversee events and activities that support Runnymede Healthcare Centre’s key messages, organizational positioning and strategic objective
• Maintain a media relations and outreach program with focus on raising the hospital’s profile among government, healthcare and community audiences
• Provide costing data for project elements and products
• Work collaboratively with employees across the organization, the manager ensure that communication issues are addressed, and implement ongoing feedback mechanisms to test the ongoing effectiveness of the communication strategies

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or similar discipline. Work or volunteer experience in the not-for-profit or health care sector preferred
• Minimum three to five years related work experience in a strategic communications role
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Meltwater, Campaign Monitor and Hootsuite
• Excellent people management and project management skills
• Excellent oral and written communications skills including writing, editing and proofreading
• Must demonstrate excellent attendance
• Must be able to attend functions outside normal business hours, as required

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

EXECUTIVE ASSISANT - PERMANENT FULL-TIME

The Executive Assistant provides professional administrative support to the Executive team where required to ensure that the administrative functions and activities of the office are carried out in an efficient, effective and timely manner while maintaining confidentiality.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Understands and anticipates the priorities and needs of the executives and provides support materials and assistance when necessary.
• Manages appointment schedule, including coordinating and scheduling internal and external appointments and utilizing professional judgment in establishing priorities and resolving conflicts.
• Creates and maintains effective workflow and communications which includes the handling of a variety of projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Attends committees as required, takes minutes, prepares agendas and other materials for circulation to Committee members.
• Maintains schedule of meetings and notifies Committee members of upcoming meetings.
• Prioritizes incoming reports, requests and approvals and ensures that matters are dealt with in the required timeframes.
• Drafts written documents and proofreads correspondence including reports, letters, responses, memorandums and the preparation of presentation materials while ensuring accuracy and appropriate presentation formats.
• Answer calls, routes calls, greets visitors and responds to queries in a tactful and professional manner.
• Maintains accurate hard copy and electronic filing systems.
• Makes travel arrangements as required.
• Inputs payroll for direct reports within the portfolio.
• Performs fact finding, literature/internet research, screens and compiles information as requested.
• Provides administrative support services including ordering of supplies, transcription of letters, memos, forms, reports, statements, agendas, and minutes, photocopying and filing.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Post-secondary school graduate from a recognized college or university
• 5+ years' experience at the Executive or Senior Assistant level
• Experience in desktop publishing and report presentation an asset
• Proficient with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, PowerPoint, and database software
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities
• High degree of accuracy
• Strong editing and proofreading skills
• Demonstration of professionalism, diplomacy and tact

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

CLERICAL ASSOCIATE - PERMANENT PART-TIME

The Clerical Associate provides support to the patient care team. He/she also acts as a navigator for patients and families. Complete coordination duties to ensure the patient care is organized and standardized. He/she is a key contact for patients, substitute decision makers (SDMs), LHIN, Patient Flow team, lab team, healthcare providers and community partners.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists team leader(s) to ensures that non-clinical tasks are completed and followed up during and from previous shift(s)
• Ensures timely accomplishment of operational and strategic projects across the floor
• Complete all care delivery, safety and equipment related audits as assigned
• Ensure that admissions, discharges and transfers are coordinated smoothly across the floor
• Register the patient upon admission
• Contributes to a well-organized and positive work environment
• Create a climate of effective communication with staff, patients, SDMs, families and other members of the interprofessional team
• Advocate for protecting and promoting the patient’s autonomy, respect, privacy and dignity
• Coordinate activities related to care delivery across the floor including Voicera tracking
• Manage clinical equipment inventory and facilitate/track biomedical service requests
• Ordering equipment and supplies
• Coordinate and follow up regarding Lab Reports and update resources for Physicians’ rounds
• Coordinates staff meetings and supports the completion of agenda and minutes.
• Coordinates with health information services to carry out all health information access requests
• Coordinates with Facilities and IS to ensure equipment requirements are met
• Scheduling of patient appointments, transportation and escorts
• Provide dictations for physician review and distribution to other units, as required
• Distribute diagnostic results to team leads/nurses daily, as they become available
• Provide support to font-line team during Emergency Transfers while updating the organization as a whole through email based communication
• Under the direction of management, communicate hospital wide changes and initiatives to family members and patients

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• High School Diploma required or equivalent. Office Administration certificate/diploma preferred. Knowledge of Medical Terminology preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year recent related clerical experience, in a hospital setting required
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, EMR, and data entry/keyboarding skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good problem solving skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent proven attendance record

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

ADVANCE PRACTICE NURSE - PERMANENT PART-TIME (0.15 FTE)

The Advance Practice Nurse provides support for the overall day-to-day operationalization and coordination of patient care and patient transition on the patient care floor. He/she provides supervisory support for managing professional practice of nursing staff.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assign, supervise, and guide staff in providing high quality care
• Provide leadership and support to nursing staff
• Provide supervision to the patient care administrator of the assigned patient care floor
• Collaborate with Clinical Educators to utilize and apply current specialized knowledge and expertise on recent advances in nursing practice
• Participate in the development and review of policies, procedures and protocols
• Demonstrate excellence in communication, coaching, mentoring and team building skills
• Lead the implementation of quality improvement initiatives and best practices in collaboration with Clinical Educators
• Serve as clinical resource for complex continuing care and rehabilitation nursing
• Exemplify best quality communication and customer excellence while dealing with patients, families, and the inter- professional team
• Mentor staff to manage challenging issues or patient and family needs.
• In collaboration with the patient care manager, achieves hospital’s goals pertaining to material, fiscal, & human resource utilization
• Assist patient care manager with management of unit staffing (i.e. vacation & shift change approval) to ensure appropriate staffing level and nursing skill mix ratio.
• Work collaboratively with Patient Care Manager and the HR department to provide oversight and accountability for the attendance management program and labor relation issues
• Identify and communicate professional practice related issues to the nursing leadership team and collaboratively support staff professional development
• Participate in hiring, orientation, performance evaluation and termination of RNs, RPNs and patient care administrators
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients during their stay
• Ensure integrated care plans are completed and up to date and deficiencies are followed up with the RN or RPN assigned to the patient and unresolved issues are reported appropriately
• Manage and lead transfer of accountability (shift hand-over) processes, purposeful rounding, inter-professional rounds, shift reports and patients’ concerns

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Current Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario in Good standing
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a Hospital. In addition, a minimum of two years of supervisory experience is preferred
• Registered Nurse with Baccalaureate degree required, Masters Degree in Nursing required. Candidates who are actively pursuing their Masters of Nursing will be considered.
• Specialty certification in gerontology or rehabilitation nursing is an asset
• Education in clinical leadership, project management or management is preferred
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required
• Evidence of good performance history and attendance record

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

REHABILITATION ASSISTANT - PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY PART-TIME

The Rehabilitation Assistant carries out delegated patient treatment as prescribed by the Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Kinesiologists and assists the therapists in patient-related activities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT) and/or Physiotherapist (PT) and/or Kinesiologist (Kin).
• Monitors and progresses patient’s therapy program as needed within the range directed by the OT and/ or PT and/or Kinesiologist.
• Transfers, and ambulates patients, and supervises exercise programs as assigned by the OT and/or PT and/or Kinesiologist.
• Positions patients and performs range of motion exercises directed and assigned by the OT and/ or PT and/or Kinesiologist.
• Trains and instructs patients in completing Activities of Daily Living under the supervision of the OT.
• Assembles and installs assistive technology and devices and trains patients in their use under the direction of the OT.
• Provides assistance to the OT/PT/Kin during treatment.
• Prepares and applies modalities as directed by the OT/PT/Kin.
• Transports patients to and from the therapy area.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Graduate from a recognized Occupational Therapist Assistant / Physiotherapist Assistant program
• Experience in a Rehabilitation/Complex Continuing Care or Acute Care Hospital preferred
• Previous experience working with seniors in a healthcare setting under the direction of an OT/PT/Kin an asset
• Demonstrated experience with geriatric, neurological and MSK conditions
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
• Effective verbal and written communication to successfully work with all levels of the organization
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

REGISTERED NURSE - TEMPORARY FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME

The Registered Nurse (RN) in collaboration with the interprofessional team will provide care and treatment to patients undergoing rehabilitation to achieve restoration of their abilities. This is accomplished through delivery of assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, education, preventative measures, and maintenance of health and functional abilities to diverse patient population.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Undergraduate degree in nursing preferred
• Current Certificate of Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification required
• Completion of the Canadian Nurses Association Rehabilitation Nursing Certification – CRN © credential preferred.
• Good understanding of the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice
• Active involvement in own/our continuing education
• 2 years of rehabilitation nursing experience in a Rehabilitation/Complex Continuing Care Hospital or Acute Care Hospital preferred
• Excellent Organizational skills and ability to manage workload
• Experience with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Demonstrated leadership and decision making skills
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication and team building skills
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with the interprofessional team, patients and their families
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally sensitive and senior friendly patient care
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment
• An Excellent Attendance Record is a prerequisite

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

MANAGER, IPAC - TEMPORARY PART-TIME

Position summary:

The Manager, Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) will be responsible for managing infection prevention and control practices throughout the organization in accordance with the required provincial and national guideline standards. In addition, will also be responsible for quality and performance improvement activities across the organization.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversees hospital-wide infection control program, in collaboration with the administrative and medical leadership, which supports the achievement of organizational goals and strategies.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to determine methods, policies and procedures for infection control, which reflects best practices.
• Leads the hospital’s outbreak management program and to be available on call during outbreak management.
• Overall responsibility to analyze and review infection control data for minimizing risk.
• Accountable for monitoring, controlling the budget and resource utilization for infection control.
• Develops policies for achieving compliance with best practices and provincial standards.
• Supervises planning and delivery of educational programs for staff, patients, students and volunteers to increase awareness of existence of nosocomial infections; techniques for avoidance and preventative measures to provide a safe environment for hospital employees and patients.
• Collaborates with municipal and provincial public health agencies to coordinate the responsibilities of infection control issues.
• Accountable for analysis and quality improvement based on surveillance outcomes and/or sentinel events
• As the lead for Infection Control program, provides strategic direction and leadership to accreditation requirement pertaining to infection control.
• Represents Runnymede Healthcare Centre at local, provincial and national committees and/or associations such as IPAC Canada and the Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC).
• Assesses, develops and implements quality and performance improvement strategies throughout the facility.
• Work with departments managers to develop metrics and relevant data collection plans
• Actively participate in the Continuous Quality Improvement/Risk Management Program.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Current license or registration as a Regulated Health Professional or Medical Technologist with preparation at the Baccalaureate degree level for Microbiology or Healthcare-related field or Masters in Epidemiology (healthcare)
• Current Certification in Infection Control (CIC)
• 3-5 years of experience in Infection Control in a Hospital setting
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to all staff, the Executive team, medical staff and Board Members.
• Knowledge of current legislation and regulations.
• Highly organized, with an ability to determine priorities and plan activities while performing a variety of different responsibilities with conflicting deadlines, particularly to determine the importance and urgency of issues and to respond effectively to fluctuating workload demands.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

CLINICAL EXTERN - NURSING - TEMPORARY PART-TIME

Position summary:

The clinical extern will be working in the capacity of an unregulated health care provider. Nursing students are welcome! Clinical Externs have access to dedicated Extern Mentor Coordinators who provide comprehensive orientation, ongoing education and support. Clinical Externs work in collaboration with a unit nursing team under direct and/or indirect supervision of an appointed regulated healthcare professional (RHP). Eligible Clinical Externs-Nursing students may perform pre-identified Controlled Acts authorized to nursing within the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) of Ontario delegated to them under the supervision of a RN or RPN who is authorized to perform them. Externs will be hired on contract, during which the Extern will work part time hours to a maximum of full-time hours (37.5 hours per week). The scheduling of these hours will be determined based on unit needs and may include day/evening/night and weekend shifts.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Practices under the direct and/or indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse, Registered Practical Nurse, or regulated health professional (RHP) assigned to them on the unit and in a manner consistent with Runnymede policies standards, while taking into account CNO guidance for unregulated care providers
• Works with the supervising RHP to ensure they have the knowledge, skill and judgment needed to perform all actions/duties, under direct or indirect supervision such as patient assessments, measuring vital signs, assisting with ambulation and activities of daily living (toileting, bathing, feeding), completing documentation of care provided, and other care activities necessary in meeting the patient’s personal needs and comfort.
• Provides assistance with lifting, turning, transferring, transporting and ambulating as per the hospital policy.
• Provides measures to ensure skin integrity and reduce pressure injuries.
• Assists with comfort measures and patient safety by ensuring the environment is clean and tidy and free of hazards.
• Other duties may include setting up patient rooms to receive patients, assist with admissions, transfers and discharges, intentional-rounding, responding to call bells, and performing safety checks.
• Requests assistance with assigned duties whenever in need
• Practices all procedures in keeping with infection control policies and the use of universal precautions.
• Work is moderately heavy involving lifting, considerable walking, and standing, bending, pushing and pulling of equipment.
• Participates as a team member.
• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Encourages patients and provides compassionate person-centred care.
• Other basic skills as per unit protocol determined by the Patient Care Manager/Advanced Practice Nurse/Clinical Educator.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Nursing Students: enrolled in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of an accredited baccalaureate or diploma nursing program
• Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
• Current certificate in Basic Cardiac Life Support required
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Successful completion of a recent clinical placement

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - PERMANENT/TEMPORARY FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME

Position Summary:

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in collaboration with the inter-professional team will deliver care and treatment to patients whose care needs are well defined and established; with predictable outcomes and manageable responses. This is accomplished through assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, education and preventative measures for the maintenance of health and functional abilities to a diverse patient population. The RPN provides excellent care by demonstrating compassion, professionalism and respect.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Current certificate of competence as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Diploma from a recognized RPN program or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in a Rehabilitation/Complex Continuing Care Hospital or Acute Care Hospital preferred
• If graduated prior to 1995, must have medication administration certificate from an approved community college
• Physical Assessment course essential
• Good understanding of the College of Nurses of Ontario, Standards of Practice
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification (BCLS) required
• Active involvement in own/our continuing education
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage workload
• Experience with Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with the inter-professional team, patients and their families
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally sensitive and senior friendly patient care
• An Excellent Attendance Record is a prerequisite

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please

be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare

Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine

or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses

of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND

have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to

the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption

will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s

obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.