Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit (Permanent, Full-Time)

Northumberland Hills Hospital; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community hospital in Cobourg seeks a Registered Nurse for the Intensive Care Unit. This permanent, full-time role requires current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and specific certifications. The successful candidate will deliver professional nursing care, assess patients, and contribute to education initiatives. A competitive hourly pay of $39.07 - $56.00 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits in a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Currently registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing.
• Supports physicians in developing the appropriate treatment modalities.
• Experience in working as part of an interprofessional team.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients as assigned.
• Assess and educate patients.
• Participate in staff education opportunities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Computer skills

Education

Critical Care Certificate from an accredited institution

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Reference #: 00978

Posted: Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 at 12:00am

Position: Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Department: Intensive Care Unit

Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Pay: $39.07 - $56.00 hourly as per the ONA Collective Agreement

Application Deadline: Friday, October 31st, 2025 at 12:00am

Values and Commitment

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First. Our core values are Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork, which guide who we are and what we do. We are committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that recognises everyone’s contributions and respects everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

Equity and Accessibility

We are respectful of all protected rights in line with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interest from diverse groups. We strive to make our hiring process accessible and provide accommodations as needed. For hiring accommodations, please email [e-mail]. We do not use artificial intelligence in our hiring process.

Location and About NHH

Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH offers acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. The hospital serves the west Northumberland County catchment area and employs more than 850 people. For more information, please visit nhh.ca or follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Role Overview

The successful incumbent will meet the requirements of the position description for Registered Nurse ICU and act as a team member with responsibility for professional nursing care to a patient or group of patients as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing
• Possess current BCLS
• Possess current ACLS
• possess a Critical Care Certificate from an accredited institution
• Critical Care Response Team experience an asset
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills and experience dealing with the general public
• Assesses and provides education to patients
• Experience in working as part of an interprofessional team
• Supports physicians in developing the appropriate treatment modalities
• Critical thinking skills
• Participates in staff education opportunities and as an active member of the Critical Care Response Team
• Computer skills an asset
• Follows safe and healthy work practices and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs and adherence to health and safety policies

Physical Effort and Working Conditions

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment with multiple demands
• Ability to make decisions and prioritize effectively
• Ability to focus on complex instructions and tasks in a distracting environment
• Intense visual concentration for processing orders, medication administration, and monitoring equipment
• Physical ability to lift, pull, push, carry, reach and assist patients as required
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods with repetitive bending

Employment Requirements

Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check completed within the last year, within the first 60 days of employment. In addition, applicants must complete the Health Care Worker Health review process, including providing an up-to-date immunization record within the first 30 days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff. Parts of the hiring process may be conducted virtually. We are a scent-free environment; please avoid wearing strong fragrances when visiting the hospital.

We thank all who express interest; due to high volumes of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.