Registered Nurse - Emergency

St Thomas Elgin General Hospital

• $75K — $90K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • BSc in Nursing or equivalent education and experience
  • Current BLS Certification
  • Proven skills in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in acute medical nursing
  • Basic computer literacy including Outlook and Electronic Patient Record systems
  • Ability to administer medications, including IVs as per physician orders
  • Adaptability to a dynamic work environment

Responsibilities

  • Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families
  • Assess patient health needs and develop care plans
  • Implement and evaluate nursing care for acute medical conditions
  • Work independently utilizing critical thinking skills
  • Administer medications following physician prescriptions

Benefits

  • Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • Paid vacation and comprehensive benefits for full-time status
  • Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits for part-time status
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Access to Health and Wellness 360 Program, including an onsite social worker
  • Participation in wellness activities like yoga and mindfulness
  • Use of hospital gym and exercise facilities
  • Contribution to a compassionate and diverse workplace
  • Encouragement of team input for continuous improvement.
Full Job Description
Posting Dates: September 29, 2026 to October 5, 2026

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

The RN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through application of specialized knowledge, skill and judgement, both in assessing health needs and in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.

Do you want to learn more about a specific unit or department? Follow the link for details: Hospital Services - St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:
  • Registered Nurse, currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Graduate of a BSc in Nursing or education and experience that allows the RN to practice at full scope
  • Current BLS Certification
  • Proven assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation skills related to acute medical nursing with the ability to work independently, utilizing critical thinking skillset
  • Basic computer skills (Outlook email, Cerner, Electronic Patient Record)
  • Capability to administer medication inclusive of IV medication administration, with a physician's order
  • Ability to assess, adapt and respond within a constantly changing environment
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing/continuous professional development
  • Excellent attendance record in alignment with STEGH's attendance policy
  • Acceptable performance record in alignment with STEGH's mission, vision, values and code of conduct


WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:
  • One (1) year of Emergency Department or high-acuity nursing experience within the last three (3) years
  • Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) with Canadian Nurses Association
  • Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Canadian Triage and Acuity Score (CTAS)
  • ACLS Certification (willingness to obtain before employment start date is required)


HOURS:

The successful candidate must be available to work all tours applicable to the department in accordance with the availability and non-availability requirements outlined in the ONA Collective Agreement. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • Full-Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
  • Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker
  • Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions and much more!
  • Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym
  • An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse and talented workplace
  • Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard

Ready to Join the Team? Apply today!

*This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization

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