Registered Nurse, Operating Room

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

Job summary

Grand River Hospital in Waterloo Region (WRHN Midtown, KW Campus) is seeking a Temporary Part Time Registered Nurse – Operating Room to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. The role requires current RN registration in Ontario and OR familiarity, with on-call capability.

The position emphasizes perioperative care, adherence to physician protocols and high turnover in a collaborative, patient-centred setting. Training and CPR certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• 2 years’ Operating Room experience preferred.
• Perioperative Certification preferred.
• Accredited Operating Room Course required.
• Familiar with Operating Room Workload Measurement.
• Familiar with standards, policies, procedures and physician protocols for the Operating Room.
• Familiar with care of the perioperative patients of all ages.
• CPR certification required.
• Can meet physical demands of standing, lifting and being on call.
• Ability to deal with physiologically/psychosocially stressed patients in an active, high turnover area.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills required to interact with patients, health professionals, other service providers and families essential
• Good attendance record required

Education

Registered Nurse (Ontario College of Nurses)

Perioperative Certification

Accredited Operating Room Course

Job description

Registered Nurse, Operating Room (Job ID: 7630)

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, 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.

This role is advertised to fill an existing vacancy.

Position Vacancy: Operating Room

Position: Temporary Part TimeRegistered Nurse Until Approximately 6/6/2028

Hours of Work: Days, Evenings and Weekend

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

Position Summary: To incorporate the knowledge and skills necessary to function within the job description of Registered Nurse - Operating Room. Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment to patients, staff and visitors.

Position Requirements:

• Current registration and in good standings with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• 2 years’ of Operating Room experience preferred
• Perioperative Certification preferred
• Accredited Operating Room Course required
• Familiar with Operating Room Workload Measurement
• Familiar with standards, policies, procedures and physician protocols for the Operating Room
• Familiar with care of the perioperative patients of all ages
• CPR certification required
• Can meet physical demands of standing, lifting and being on call
• Ability to deal with physiologically/psychosocially stressed patients in an active, high turnover area
• Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills required to interact with patients, health professionals, other service providers and families essential Good attendance record required

Salary: CAD 41.15-58.98

Post Date: 11/09/2026

Close Date: 11/16/2026

Location: CA:ON:Kitchener

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.

International Applicants

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