Registered Practical Nurse - DI

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Training will be provided for Level 1 MRI Assistant to allow

Zone 4 Magnet room access for performing tasks in MRI scan room i.e. preparing MRI scan table, changing coils, MRI table removal when required, etc, and other duties as assigned

Salary: $36.810 to $39.800 per hour

Responsibilities

Working with Diagnostic Imaging patients primarily in MRI; Greet patients in Waiting Room, assist in preparing patients for MRI exam; Perform initial MRI screening, organize paperwork; Initiate IV starts for patients requiring contrast; Assist with Rectal/Vaginal contrast as required and with scope of practice; Assist in room turnover between patients; Restocking rooms; Monitor patients post exam and provide nursing care as needed; Work collaboratively with MRI staff to ensure safe and timely care for imaging patients; Establish and maintain respectful, collaborative therapeutic and inter-professional relationships; Answer phone calls to MRI; Coordinate next day in patients with unit, complete inpatient MRI related paperwork; Printing of day lists; Assisting with patient transfers to MRI equipment; Maintain and monitor inventory levels, and assist with routine supply ordering as required; Monitoring and management of allergic reactions in consultation with supervising Radiologist

Requirements

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario; Current Heart & Stroke approved Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred at time of hire; Organized and with ability to work in a team environment.; Caring, compassionate, customer focused attitude towards patients and families.; Good team player with positive attitude.; Evidence of continued learning.; Must be physically able to do the job, which involves heavy lifting and intensive physical effort.; Satisfactory employment and attendance record.; Previous experience working in an MRI or Diagnostic Imaging environment is considered an asset; IV Skills and maintenance required