Registered Nurse, Medicine

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is hiring a Registered Nurse in Medicine on a temporary full-time basis at WRHN Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus) in Kitchener, Ontario. You will care for patients with complex medical needs within an interdisciplinary team, with orientation provided to all successful candidates.

Required CNO registration, CPR, and basic Rescuer. ECG coursework is an asset.

Qualifications

• Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• CPR/Basic Rescuer certification
• ECG course is an asset

Responsibilities

• Provide elder-friendly care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and conflict resolution when needed.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Registered Nurse with CNO (Ontario)

ECG course (asset)

CPR / Basic Rescuer

Job description

Registered Nurse, Medicine (Job ID: 7060)

Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.

WRHN is redefining the health‑care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community‑driven health care.

At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Position: Registered Nurse – Temporary Full Time until approximately June 2028

Hours of Work: ONA (ONA 2D 2N)

Location: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)

Position Summary: Waterloo Regional Health Network offers exciting opportunities to Registered Nurses interested in starting or developing a career caring for patients with complex medical conditions.

The Registered Nurse provides elder friendly care working as part of the interdisciplinary team, in all areas of the medical program. Orientation and training will be provided to all successful candidates. The Registered Nurse also contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Position Requirements:

• Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Basic ECG course an asset.
• Basic Rescuer, CPR
• An understanding of Elder Friendly principles an asset
• Ability to work independently and within the interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to engage in conflict resolution
• Excellent critical thinking, organizational and problem solving skills
• Good attendance record
• Orientation and Training will be provided to successful candidates

Salary: CAD 41.15-58.98

Location: CA:ON:Kitchener

Post Date: 10/01/2026

Close Date: 10/08/2026

International Applicants

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.