Registered Nurse - OR

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who adheres to and 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

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required.
• Participation and successful completion of 9 week in house Peri‑operative Certificate Program.
• RNAO CNA or other professional association membership preferred
• Minimum of 1‑year current surgical/medical clinical experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge skills and judgement required to provide a full range of care and treatment in the clinical area of practice to patients/clients including those with complex needs high acuity and less predictable outcomes required
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with patients/clients and families required
• Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively and communicate clearly with members of the interdisciplinary team to provide care for a full range of patients/clients required
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work in response to patient/client and departmental needs
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning professional development and continuous quality improvement required.
• Demonstrated basic skill level with computers MS Word incident reporting systems internet searches data entry and patient information systems required
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to conflict resolution required
• Demonstrated strong leadership problem solving critical thinking team building and interpersonal skills required
• Good attendance

Responsibilities

• Provide patient/client-centered and evidence-informed care in the OR.
• Collaborate with inter-professional team to deliver care for high-acuity cases.
• Lead and coordinate care for patients/clients with complex needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Attendance

Education

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

9‑week in‑house Peri-operative Certificate Program

RNAO CNA or other professional association membership preferred

Minimum 1‑year current surgical/medical clinical experience

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Position Details

Job Number: JR02526

Department: Operating Room OR

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Job Type: Regular, Part time

Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months

Number of Positions: 1

Union: ONA Local 75

Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $41.15 - $58.98

Schedule Work Days: , Holidays, Monday to Sunday, Weekends

Time of Day: Days, Evenings, Nights, On Call

Shift: Hours - 10, Hours - 8, Various Rotating Shift Start: (If applicable)

Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy

Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-10-20 Closing Date: 2026-10-27

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who adheres to and 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 the delivering a full range of care and treatment to patient/clients including those with complex needs high acuity and less predictable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required.
• Participation and successful completion of 9 week in house Peri-operative Certificate Program.
• RNAO CNA or other professional association membership preferred
• Minimum of 1-year current surgical/medical clinical experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge skills and judgement required to provide a full range of care and treatment in the clinical area of practice to patients/clients including those with complex needs high acuity and less predictable outcomes required
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with patients/clients and families required
• Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively and communicate clearly with members of the interdisciplinary team to provide care for a full range of patients/clients required
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work in response to patient/client and departmental needs
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning professional development and continuous quality improvement required.
• Demonstrated basic skill level with computers MS Word incident reporting systems internet searches data entry and patient information systems required
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to conflict resolution required
• Demonstrated strong leadership problem solving critical thinking team building and interpersonal skills required
• Good attendance

Specific Requirements

Applicants must successfully complete internship offered by St. Joseph's Healthcare in collaboration with Mohawk College.

St. 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]).

At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards.

Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed!

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