Registered Nurse - OR (GMCH) #2026-173

Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA); Fergus; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Groves Memorial Community Hospital in Fergus, Ontario, is seeking a Regular Part-Time Registered Nurse – Operating Room to provide nursing care in the OR, Endoscopy, Day Surgery and PACU. The role adheres to the College of Nurses of Ontario standards and GMCH policies.

The candidate must hold CNO registration in good standing, have perioperative nursing qualifications, and be able to work across surgical areas on a rotating schedule, including on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• BScN is an asset.
• Post Graduate Course in Perioperative Nursing required.
• ACLS & PALS cert or willingness to obtain.
• Post Anesthetic Care Nursing cert or willingness to obtain.
• 1–3 years OR experience.
• Current BCLS.
• Ability to work in all areas of Surgical Suite on rotating basis.
• Strong communication skills.
• Organizational and critical-thinking skills.
• Team-oriented with leadership potential.
• Evidence-based practice understanding.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing education.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check required.
• Pre-Employment Health Assessment required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in the OR, Endoscopy Suite, Day Surgery and Recovery Room.
• Adhere to nursing standards and hospital policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team across surgical areas on a rotating schedule.
• Be prepared to work in all areas of the Surgical Suite (scrub and circulating) and on-call as needed.

Skills

CNO registration

OR experience

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team player

Education

Post Graduate Course in Perioperative Nursing

ACLS & PALS certificate

Post Anesthetic Care Nursing certificate

Current BCLS

BScN asset

Job description

August 13, 2026

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-173

REGISTERED NURSE – OPERATING ROOM

(REGULAR PART TIME)

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A regular part time Registered Nurse position is available in the Operating Room.

This position will be responsible for comprehensive nursing care within the OR, Endoscopy Suite, Day Surgery, and Recovery Room as established by the standards of nursing practice with the College of Nurses of Ontario and according to policies and procedures as set out by GMCH.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• BScN an asset
• Post Graduate Course in Perioperative Nursing required
• Membership in RNAO and CNA is an asset
• 1-3 years OR experience
• Current BCLS
• Current certificate in ACLS & PALS or willingness to obtain
• Post Anesthetic Care Nursing certificate/course or willingness to obtain
• Prepared to work in all areas of Surgical Suite (Operating Room Scrub and Circulating, Endoscopy, Day Surgery, Post Anaesthetic Care Unit) on a rotating basis
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proven organizational and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to function as an effective interdisciplinary team member
• Ability to assume a leadership/charge role
• Understanding of evidence based practice and standards of Operating Room nursing
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and willingness to actively participate in departmental educational activities
• 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:

• Standard Operating Room, PACU, Endoscopy, Day Surgery hours: Monday - Friday as required and a regular monthly minimum rotation of stand by including call backs.
• Must be able to respond to on call within a specified timeframe.

SALARY:

• $41.15 - $58.98 per hour

Groves Memorial Community Hospital strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital willendeavourto 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.