Registered Nurse - ALC

St. Joseph; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Alternate Level of Care unit at Charlton Campus in Hamilton.

The role focuses on patient-centred and evidence-informed care for a diverse group of elderly patients awaiting transfer or discharge, aligning with nursing standards and SJHS values. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, demonstrate leadership, and manage a full range of care while maintaining documentation and prioritizing priorities to meet

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS/HCP certification.
• Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and quality improvement.
• Demonstrated collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient/client-centred and evidence-informed care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to deliver full range of care.
• Demonstrate leadership in care delivery and patient safety.
• Maintain accurate patient information through documentation.
• Prioritize and organize work according to unit needs.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

Crisis intervention

Patient advocacy

Tools

MS Word

Incident reporting systems

Data entry

Patient information systems

Internet searches

Job description

Position DetailsJob Number:JR02731Department:ALC Unit 2 MarianThis position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)Job Type:Temporary (Fixed Term), Full timeContract Duration: (If applicable)12 monthsNumber of Positions:1Union:ONA Local 75Hourly Rate (Min / Max):$41.15 - $58.98ScheduleWork Days:Monday to SundayTime of Day:Days, NightsShift:Hours -12Shift Start: (If applicable)Reason for Posting:Posting is for a role with an existing vacancyApplication DatesOpening Date:2026-11-05Closing Date:2026-11-12Job DescriptionUnit Profile:The Alternate Level of Care (ALC) unit is committed to providing high quality care to a diverse spectrum of patients with simple to complex medical issues. Patients are transferred to the ALC unit once they have been deemed medically stable and are awaiting transfer to alternative facilities or programs (ie. Long-Term Care Homes or Rehabilitation). The main focus of the ALC unit and our interdisciplinary team is special assessment treatment and rehabilitation of elderly patients with special needs in order to achieve optimal wellness before they are discharged or while awaiting alternate levels of care in the community.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 the College of Nurses of Ontario required.•Current BCLS/HCP certification required•Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families•Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred•RNAO CNA or other professional association membership preferred.•Recent related general medicine and/or geriatric nursing experience preferred.•Demonstrated knowledge skills and judgement required to provide a full range of care and treatment in the clinical area of practice to patients/clients including those with complex needs high acuity and less predictable outcomes required.•Demonstrated ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with patients/clients and families required.•Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively and communicate clearly with members of the interdisciplinary team to provide care for a full range of patients/clients required.•Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work in response to patient/client and unit needs.•Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning professional development and continuous quality improvement required.•Demonstrated basic skill level with computers MS Word incident reporting systems internet searches data entry and patient information systems required.•Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to crisis intervention and conflict resolution required.•Demonstrated strong leadership problem solving critical thinking team building and interpersonal skills required.•Excellent work performance and attendance record is essential.St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values .We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).