Registered Nurse - OR (GMCH) #2026-173

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

Job summary

Groves Memorial Community Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Operating Room on a regular part-time basis. The role covers the OR, Endoscopy, Day Surgery and Recovery Room, with responsibilities aligned to the College of Nurses of Ontario standards and GMCH policies.

The successful candidate will hold CNO registration in good standing, have a post-graduate perioperative nursing credential, and be able to work rotating shifts including on-call periods.

Qualifications

• Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Postoperative and perioperative nursing knowledge.
• Ability to work in OR, Endoscopy, Day Surgery and PACU on a rotating basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care within the OR, Endoscopy Suite, Day Surgery and Recovery Room.
• Work in accordance with nursing standards and GMCH policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and participate in educational activities.

Skills

1-3 years OR experience

Current BCLS

Current certificate in ACLS & PALS or

Post Anesthetic Care Nursing

Communication skills

Organizational & critical thinking

Education

BScN an asset

Post Graduate Course in Perioperative Nursing required

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 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.