Registered Nurse - Nephrology

St. Joseph; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health System is seeking a registered nurse with nephrology experience to provide patient-centered care across a range of nephrology services.

The role emphasizes leadership within the inter-professional team and coverage across dialysis-related procedures. The successful candidate will have current nursing registration in Ontario, BCLS/HCP certification, and strong communication skills to support complex patient needs within a high-acuity unit.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• Previous general medical/surgical nursing experience.
• Experience in nephrology, urology, peritoneal or hemodialysis or transplant nursing preferred.
• Central line management is an asset.
• Telemetry training preferred.
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and care of seniors and families.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Commitment to professional development and ongoing education.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered, evidence-informed care and lead in a full range of nephrology-related treatments.
• Collaborate with the inter-professional team to manage high-acuity and complex cases.
• Deliver care across preventative, therapeutic, palliative, and rehabilitation modalities.
• Be cross-trained to cover the Renal Transplant Unit as needed and rotate shifts accordingly.
• Demonstrate strong communication and teaching skills with patients and families.

Skills

Current registration with the College

Nephrology nursing experience

BCLS/HCP certification

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Teaching/patient education

Education

General medical/surgical nursing experience

Job description

Position DetailsJob Number:JR02374Department:NephrologyThis position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)Job Type:Temporary (Fixed Term), Full timeContract Duration: (If applicable)6 monthsNumber of Positions:1Union:ONA Local 75Hourly Rate (Min / Max):$41.15 - $58.98ScheduleWork Days:Monday to SundayTime of Day:Days, NightsShift:Hours -12Shift Start: (If applicable)Reason for Posting:Posting is for a role with an existing vacancyApplication DatesOpening Date:2026-10-08Closing Date:2026-10-15Job DescriptionPosition Summary:The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who adheres to and role 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 delivering a full range of care and treatment to patients/clients including those with complex needs high acuity and less predictable outcomes.Qualifications:-Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required-Previous general medical/surgical nursing experience-Previous experience in nephrology urology peritoneal or hemodialysis or transplant nursing will be given preference-Central line management is an asset-Telemetry training preferred-Current BCLS/HCP certification required-Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families-Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred-Demonstrated knowledge of the ethical issues around caring for this patient population-Previous experience working within a multidisciplinary team setting-Demonstrated excellence in communication skills-Experience in total patient care is an asset-Demonstrated expertise in teaching/patient education-Commitment to the use of the nursing process and individualized care plans-Demonstrated commitment to own professional development and ongoing education-Willingness and ability to work the shifts as required in order to meet the needs of the unit for pre-booked and relief tours-A good attendance and work record demonstrating reliability and dependability is essential-A resume regarding further education special courses and experience should accompany the applicationThe successful applicant to this position will be cross trained in order to also be able to provide shift coverage to the established sister unit – Renal Transplant Unit. Tours on RTU will be scheduled in conjunction with successful applicant's Nephrology schedule and will be determined by the needs on both Nephrology and RTU and will include rotating shiftsSt. 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]).