Registered Nurse - L&D

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System in Hamilton is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Birthing Area (Labour and Delivery) team. The role involves delivering patient-centered care in the Women’s and Infants’ Program at Charlton Campus, with potential cross-training across areas.

The RN provides leadership within the inter-professional team, supports evidence-based practice, and cares for patients with varied acuity. Must maintain Ontario RN registration and complete any required certifications.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Current clinical experience related to the Women’s and Infants’ Program within last 2 years.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider certification or commitment to complete within 3 months of employment.
• Willingness to cross-train within the Women’s and Infants’ program.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered and evidence-informed nursing care.
• Collaborate with the inter-professional team and assume a leadership role in delivering care.
• Care for high-acuity and complex cases with a focus on safety and optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Neonatal care

Women’s and Infants’ program

Cross-training

Communication

Teaching

Delegation

Organizational skills

Education

RN licence Ontario

Tools

Neonatal Resuscitation Provider certification

Perinatal Nursing Certificate

IBCLC certification (preferred)

Job description

Position Details Job Number: JR02318 Department: Birthing Area Labour and Delivery

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Job Type: Regular, Part 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, Weekends Time of Day: Days, Nights Shift: Hours -12 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-10-06 Closing Date: 2026-10-13

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 the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Current clinical experience related (within last 2 years) to the Women's and Infants' Program
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider certification or commitment to successfully complete within 3 months of employment
• Willingness and ability to cross-train within the Women's and Infants' program citing a secondary area of interest
• Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following: a) Perinatal Nursing Certificate from a recognized College or C.N.A. certification b) Breastfeeding Certificate from a recognized College program c) International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) designation d) Maternal-Fetal monitoring experience preferred
• Demonstrated organizational interpersonal communication teaching problem-solving and delegation skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and learning related to the nursing care of childbearing women newborns children and their families
• Good attendance and work record is essential
• A resume regarding further education special courses and experience should accompany the application

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]).

At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards. Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed! Dignity. Respect. Service. Justice. Responsibility. Enquiry.