Registered Nurse - Medicine (GMCH) #2026-207

Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA); Fergus; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Groves Memorial Community Hospital in Ontario is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Medicine department. This full-time position involves rotating shifts and weekends as per the department schedule, with responsibilities in med-surg care and patient assessments.

The role requires current nursing certification, BCLS/ACLS, IV therapy, and cardiac care credentials, plus a commitment to ongoing professional development within a busy unit.

Qualifications

• Must hold current College of Nurses certificate of competence.
• Must have current BCLS & ACLS certifications.
• Must be certified to start IVs and administer IV meds.
• Defibrillation and cardiac pacing certification required.
• Coronary Care Course or equivalent.
• CVADS and 12 lead ECG preferred.
• Recent medical nursing experience including palliative care.
• Strong assessment skills.
• Commitment to serve as charge nurse.
• Satisfactory references, police vulnerable sector check and pre-employment health assessment.
• Willingness to complete certifications within an agreed time period.

Skills

Nursing license

CPR & ACLS

IV therapy

Defibrillation

Cardiac pacing

Coronary Care

ECG monitoring

Medical nursing experience

Assessment skills

Charge nurse readiness

Reference checks

Background checks

Pre-employment health

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

September 15, 2026

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-207

REGISTERED NURSE - MEDICINE

(FULL TIME)

One (1) permanent full time Registered Nurse position is available in the Medicine department at Groves Memorial Community Hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current College of Nurses certificate of competence
• Current certificate in BCLS & ACLS*
• Certified to start IV’s and give IV meds*
• Defibrillation and Cardiac pacing certification required*
• Coronary Care Course or equivalent*
• CVADS (Central Venous Access Devices) and 12 lead ECG preferred
• Recent experience in medical nursing including palliative care
• Well developed assessment skills necessary
• Commitment to serve in capacity of charge nurse
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

*will consider applicant’s firm commitment to complete these certifications within a specific agreed upon time period.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Superior communication, interpersonal and organizational skills necessary for effective patient and staff interaction in a busy, demanding environment
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing education and performance development (including focus on palliative care) to contribute towards achievement of unit goals and objectives

HOURS:

• Must be available for all three shifts, and weekends, as per department schedule
• All other contract rules apply

SALARY:

• $41.15 - $58.98 per hour

Groves Memorial Community Hospital strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.