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Join a leading healthcare provider in Southwestern Ontario as a Registered Nurse at Gateway Haven in Wiarton. This part-time role involves overseeing individualized nursing care, coordination with departments, and supporting nursing management. With competitive wages and a supportive work environment, this is an excellent opportunity for experienced nurses to thrive and grow in their careers.
Welcome to Bruce County, where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.
Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.
As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.
Responsible to the Director of Nursing or Administrator for the provision, coordination, implementation, evaluation and supervision of nursing care to the residents of the facility. Delivers care, which is individualized and resident-focused. The registered nurse is required to assist with the planning and development of the activities, which support the effective and efficient management of the nursing department. The registered nurse is expected to work in conjunction with all other departments in terms of care delivery.
Education & Experience
•Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
•Certificate in Gerontology or Nursing Unit Administration course
•Three to five years experience as a registered nurse, preferably with experience in a long term care setting
Skills & Abilities
•Experience supervising other employees
•Experience with documentation relative to Client Classification
•Skilled in terms of the nursing process in order to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care
•Possession of strong supervisory, interpersonal and communication skills
•Adaptable and flexible
•Possession of good physical and mental health
•Positive, professional demeanor and attitude
•Ability to provide leadership
•Clear criminal background check including vulnerable sector screening
•Two-step TB skin test
•Competitive Wages: $35.00-$50.12 per hour
•Percentage in lieu of benefits
•Vacation pay
•OMERS pension with equal employer match
•$1000 Signing Bonus
•Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
•Professional development opportunities
•Employee recognition programs
This position is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the collective agreement between ONA and the County of Bruce.
Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!
We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca.
The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.