Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Minimum 2 years of critical care nursing experience (PACU, ICU, emergency)
Preferred 2 years of post-operative surgical nursing experience
Current BCLS/HCP certification
Cardiac arrhythmia monitoring and interpretation skills required
Demonstrated expertise in senior care and family support
Ability to work effectively under stress in critical situations
Responsibilities
Provide patient-centered, evidence-informed care
Assess patient needs for treatment and care
Collaborate with inter-professional teams
Lead care delivery for patients with complex needs
Administer therapeutic and rehabilitative interventions
Maintain optimal patient/client function
Participate in orientation and training as required
Benefits
Access to ongoing professional development and training
Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork
Opportunities for shift flexibility to accommodate personal needs
Engagement in a mission-driven organization
Potential for career advancement within the healthcare system
Full Job Description
Position Details
Job Number: JR02636
Department: Post Anaesthetic Room
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)
Job Type: Regular, Full time
Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months
Number of Positions: 1
Union: ONA Local 75
Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $41.15 - $58.98
Schedule
Work Days: Holidays, Monday to Sunday
Time of Day: Afternoons, Days, Evenings, Nights, On Call, Stand-by
Shift: Various Rotating
Shift Start: (If applicable)
Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy
Application Dates
Opening Date: 2026-11-03
Closing Date: 2026-11-10
Job Description
Position Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who adheres to and models the Standards and Guidelines of the College of Nurses of Ontario; the SJHH mission vision and values policies and procedures; and applicable specialty standards. The RN provides patient/client-centred and evidence informed care to promote health and assess the need for the provision of care and the treatment of health conditions by supportive preventative therapeutic palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal patient/client function. The RN collaborates with the inter-professional team and assumes a leadership role in the delivering a full range of care and treatment to patient/clients including those with complex needs high acuity and less predictable outcomes.
Qualifications • Current registration with Colleges of Nurses of Ontario required • Must have a minimum of 2 years related current experience in critical care nursing (i.e. PACU intensive care emergency etc) required • Minimum 2 years post-operative surgical nursing preferred • Current BCLS/HCP certification required • ACLS preferred • Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families • Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred • PACU course preferred • Critical Care Course an asset • Cardiac arrhythmia monitoring and interpretation required • Documented ability to work under stress and function effectively in critical situations • Willingness and ability to work the shifts as required in order to meet the needs of the unit for pre-booked and relief tours • Demonstrated ability to function efficiently within a multi-disciplinary team • Must be able to complete orientation as required • A good attendance and work record demonstrating reliability and dependability is essential • A resume regarding further education special courses and experience should accompany the application
