Registered Nurse, Emergency

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Markham is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide emergency care, collaborating with an interprofessional team. Candidates should have a valid nursing registration, BLS certification, and at least two years of emergency department experience. This full-time position includes 12-hour shifts with a salary range of $40.27 to $57.73. Ideal candidates will demonstrate critical thinking, effective communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent emergency department experience.
• RNAO membership is preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient and family centered emergency care.
• Work effectively within an interprofessional team.
• Ensure good attendance and performance records.

Skills

Excellent communication

Critical thinking

Prioritization skills

Demonstrated patient/family centered care

Proficient computer skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Ability to work in a team

Education

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses

BLS certification

Completion of Coronary Care 1 program

Tools

Critical Care Certificate

TNCC certification

ENPC certification

Job description

Overview

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.

Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty. Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.

Posting Closing: February 2, 2026

Who You Are

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What We Are Looking For

As a Registered Nurse, you will become an integral member of the interprofessional team responsible for providing compassionate, patient and family centered emergency care.

What You Bring To The Role

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses
• Current BLS certification and motivation to complete your ACLS certification within 6 months
• Minimum 2 years of recent emergency department experience
• Completion of an accredited college Coronary Care 1 program or proof of demonstrated current enrollment or equivalent required, or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire
• RNAO membership is preferred
• Critical Care Certificate and/or ENC(C) is a definite asset
• TNCC and ENPC certification are highly recommended
• Excellent physical assessment skills; Physical Assessment courses are an asset
• Proficient computer skills
• Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environment
• Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently
• Well developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skills
• Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
• Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule

The successful candidate must be available to work D/E/N 12-hour shifts as required. Schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation

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Range: $40.27 - $57.73

Who We Are

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and includes Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. We provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year, offering diagnostic and emergency services and delivering clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. We are committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.

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