Registered Nurse - Operating Room

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension

Vacation & benefits

Training opportunities

Wellness program

Onsite gym

Job summary

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse to join its diverse clinical team. You will establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families, assess health needs, and plan, implement and evaluate care within a fast-paced environment.

The role requires ACUTE medical nursing experience, BSc in Nursing, current BLS, and proficiency with Cerner and electronic patient records. Flexibility to work various shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Graduate with a BSc in Nursing or equivalent experience.
• Current BLS Certification and ability to practice at full scope.

Responsibilities

• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Assess health needs and plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver care.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

BSc in Nursing

Tools

Cerner

Outlook

Electronic Patient Record

Job description

Posting Dates:August 5, 2026 to August 11, 2026

Contract Dates: September 21, 2026 to September 20, 2027 (may end sooner or be extended)

Are you a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our dynamic healthcare team at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, where you will be essential in providing care to a wide range of patient populations, collaborating with a passionate group of professionals. We are looking for individuals committed to delivering the ultimate standard of care in a fast-paced, challenging and ever-changing environment.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

The RN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through application of specialized knowledge, skill and judgement, both in assessing health needs and in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.

Do you want to learn more about a specific unit or department? Follow the link for details: Hospital Services – St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:

• Registered Nurse, currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Graduate of a BSc in Nursing or education and experience that allows the RN to practice at full scope
• Current BLS Certification
• Proven assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation skills related to acute medical nursing with the ability to work independently, utilizing critical thinking skillset
• Basic computer skills (Outlook email, Cerner, Electronic Patient Record)
• Capability to administer medication inclusive of IV medication administration, with a physician’s order
• Ability to assess, adapt and respond within a constantly changing environment
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing/continuous professional development
• Excellent attendance record in alignment with STEGH’s attendance policy
• Acceptable performance record in alignment with STEGH’s mission, vision, values and code of conduct

WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:

• Two (2) years of recent Medical Surgery experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of perioperative patient care

HOURS:

The successful candidate must be available to work all tours applicable to the department in accordance with the availability and non-availability requirements outlined in the ONA Collective Agreement. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Full-Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
• Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker
• Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions and much more!
• Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym
• An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse and talented workplace
• Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard

*This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization