Registered Nurse - OBS/Surgical Inpatient (GMCH) #2026-226

whca; Fergus; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Groves Memorial Community Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse for the OBS/Surgical Inpatient unit on a temporary full-time basis in Fergus, Ontario. The role requires a current nursing license, obstetric/gynecologic experience, and strong assessment and patient teaching abilities.

You’ll provide care across antepartum, labour, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care, with a focus on safety and family-centred support. Shifts include all three rotations and weekends as per the department schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Certificate of Competence for the College of Nurses.
• Must hold current BCLS certification and NRP or willing to complete within 6 months.
• ACoRN required (or willing to obtain) and PALS preferred.
• Certified to start IVs and give IV meds, including Central Venous Access Devices.
• Well-developed assessment and nursing skills for antepartum, labour, delivery, postpartum and newborn care.
• Perinatal Certificates I & II preferred; breastfeeding advocacy with potential certification.
• Surgical experience is an asset; Complex Continuing Care experience is an asset.

Skills

Communication

Team orientation

Patient teaching

Attendance

Advocacy breastfeeding

Assessment skills

Shift availability

Education

Certificate of Competence - College of Nurses

BCLS certificate

NRP certificate (or willing to complete)

ACoRN certification (or willing)

PALS (preferred)

IV start & IV meds / Central Venous Access Devices

Perinatal Certificates I & II

Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Pre-Employment Health Assessment

Job description

October 1, 2026

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-226

REGISTERED NURSE – OBS/SURGICAL INPATIENT

(TEMPORARY FULL TIME)

One (1) temporary full time Registered Nurse position is available in the OBS/Surgical Inpatient unit at Groves Memorial Community Hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current certificate of Competence for College of Nurses
• Current certificate in BCLS
• Certificate for neo-natal resuscitation (NRP) or willing to complete within six (6) months
• ACoRN required (or willing to obtain)
• PALS preferred
• Certified to start IV’s and give IV meds, including Central Venous Access Devices
• Demonstrated well-developed assessment and nursing skills for antepartum, labour, delivery, post partum, as well as assessment & care of the newborn. (One year full-time experience preferred)
• Perinatal Certificates I & II (including Fetal Surveillance) preferred
• Appropriate advocate with support skills for breastfeeding—interest in pursuing breast feeding certification
• Surgical experience an asset
• Complex Continuing Care experience an asset
• Good communication and patient teaching skills
• Patient focused and Team orientated
• 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

HOURS:

• Must be available for all three shifts, and weekends
• As per department schedule

SALARY:

• $41.15 - $58.98 per hour

Internal applicants please apply with your work email address.

External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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.