Registered Nurse, Acute Respite Care (Full-Time, Contract)

Sherbourne Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Toronto seeks a Registered Nurse for the Acute Respite Care program. The ideal candidate will serve individuals experiencing homelessness and health challenges. Responsibilities include conducting nursing assessments, managing care plans, and working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team. Candidates should possess an R.N. Registration, ideally a BScN, and strong communication skills. The role offers a salary of $34.66–$43.88 per hour, along with benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Membership in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Qualifications

• Must have at least three years' experience with marginalized individuals.
• Experience in acute care and mental health is preferred.
• Knowledge of health issues faced by 2SLGBTQ communities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing assessments and administer treatments.
• Develop and maintain care plans according to nursing standards.
• Support clients with acute medical issues in a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Crisis intervention skills

Conflict management

Excellent assessment skills

Sound clinical judgment

Ability to adapt communication style

Education

Current R.N. Registration with the Ontario College of Nurses

BScN preferred

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Job description

internal/external posting

job title: Registered Nurse, Acute Respite Care

job ID #: ARC FTCRN 25-1216

department: Acute Respite Care

reports to: Senior Manager, Acute Respite Care

salary range: (MCS4) $34.66 – $43.88 per hour

status: Full Time, Contract (Three Months)

hours: 12-hour shifts (days, nights, and weekends)

vacancy: 1

Who we are:

Sherbourne is a leading provider of quality health care and transformative support to people who face social, economic, and other systemic barriers. Our mission is to be a dynamic provider of integrated health services, community programs and capacity-building initiatives that enable people and diverse communities to achieve wellness.

Sherbourne provides innovative health care and social services to the diverse urban population of southeast Toronto. While our doors are open to everyone, we focus on people experiencing homelessness or who are under-housed; 2SLGBTQ+, and newcomers to Canada. We are funded by the Ministry of Health, Ontario Health, Ministry of Community, Children and Social Services, the City of Toronto and many generous donors and foundations.

about the role:

The ARC Program is a short-term, 24/7 medical respite program for persons who are homeless under housed and/or socially isolated who need a safe place to recuperate from an acute medical condition, illness, injury, or surgery. ARC also has 4 beds dedicated to support individuals recovering from transition related surgeries.

As a Registered Nurse, you are a team player who is an integral member of an interdisciplinary team to support the improvement of the health and well-being of clients, by understanding the impact of the broad determinants of health on people’s ability to attend to their health care needs. You will provide care within a health promotion framework and will have familiarity with the health issues that are experienced by individuals who are homeless and vulnerable. In partnership with care providers, both internally at Sherbourne and externally, and in the community, you will help to improve the health of clients accessing the ARC program.

Working at Sherbourne

At Sherbourne Health, we care about our staff and recognize that our biggest strength is our people. We have a solid commitment to life-long learning which is demonstrated through our professional development program. We invest in collective work and staff training to improve client care. We supplement this by creating a low-barrier work environment built on equity and respect, while working together in caring, cohesive teams and providing opportunities for advancement.

we believe in work-life balance and offer:

• A competitive salary.
• Membership in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).

Responsibilities and Tasks:

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide comprehensive nursing assessments; administer appropriate treatment/course of action; develop and maintain currency of care plans; administer prescribed medications and document according to Sherbourne Health and Nursing standards; provide health teaching to clients; provide care for clients pre and post operatively with an acute medical issue or undergoing cancer treatment, where their health outcome can improve after a short-term stay.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need

education/experience:

• Current R.N. Registration with the Ontario College of Nurses.
• BScN preferred, or extensive nursing experience.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Experience obtained in acute care and mental health is preferred.
• At least three years’ experience working with individuals who are marginalized by their social location by social location for reasons including gender identity (2SLGBTQ, particularly trans, communities), homelessness, poverty, sexual orientation, and/or residency status using trauma-informed and anti-oppressive practices.
• Experience working with individuals who face mental health and substance use issues.
• Knowledge of the health and social issues faced by diverse 2SLGBTQ communities and in particular trans communities, in Ontario.
• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical theories and practices, and the basic determinants of health.
• Demonstrates an understanding of working within an anti-oppression framework.
• Understands the health care system – both within Sherbourne Health and in general.
• Knowledge of available resources accessible to clients (i.e., food banks, local shelters, mental health programs, etc.).

skills and abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to adapt communication style to audience.
• Excellent assessment skills and sound clinical judgment
• Developed conflict management and problem-solving skills.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills
• Understands and applies principles of trauma-informed care
• Works effectively independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with SH related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices.

conditions of employment:

• Offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory outcome of background checks i.e., professional references, education verification, criminal background check, and vulnerable sector check.
• Understands and works within the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the Ontario Human Rights Code and other relevant legislation.
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with SHC related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices.

working conditions:

• The Registered Nurse will be responsible for providing direct nursing assessment and treatment within an interdisciplinary team setting, in a 24/7 inpatient care unit.
• The Registered Nurse is expected to work evenings, nights and/or weekends in order to address the health and social needs of the clients.

to apply:

Please forward a cover letter and resume (saved as one document) quoting Job ID # ARC FTCRN 25-1216 to [e-mail] by January 4, 2026, by 5:00 pm.

Sherbourne is dedicated to building an organization that reflects the diversity of our clients and the communities we serve. This includes diversity in languages spoken, culture, race, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

BOLD. KIND. REAL. OPEN. WE CARE.