Registered Nurse (PDH) #2026-228

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

Job summary

North Wellington Health Care is seeking a Registered Nurse for a temporary full-time role at the Palmerston & District Hospital. The RN will provide comprehensive nursing care in line with nursing standards and hospital policies.

The successful candidate will work across departments including the Emergency Department, participate in interdisciplinary teams, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Union involvement with Ontario Nurses’ Association is noted.

Qualifications

• Current Ontario RN Certificate of Competence
• BScN is an asset
• Membership in RNAO and CNA is an asset
• Current BCLS
• ACLS - current
• Maternal Child Course or relevant clinical experience for exemption
• NRP
• Cardiac monitoring skills (ECG application & interpretation, cardiac arrhythmia interpretation)
• Competent to start IV
• Competent in phlebotomy
• Certified for defibrillation
• TNCC recommended
• ENPC/PALS recommended
• CTAS
• Must be prepared to work in all areas of the Hospital, including the Emergency Department
• 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
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and willingness to actively participate in departmental educational activities
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• SatisfactoryReferenceChecks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care per College of Nurses of Ontario standards
• Follow hospital policies and procedures set by North Wellington Health Care
• Work in all hospital areas, including Emergency Department
• Demonstrate effective interdisciplinary teamwork and leadership when needed
• Commit to continuing education and participate in departmental activities

Education

RN Certification in Ontario

BScN (asset)

BCLS

ACLS

NRP

CTAS

ENPC

PALS

TNCC

Cardiac monitoring (ECG)

Job description

October 1, 2026

NORTH WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE

PALMERSTON & DISTRICT HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-228

REGISTERED NURSE

(TEMPORARY FULL TIME)

POSITION OVERVIEW:

One (1) temporary full time Registered Nurse opportunity is available at the Palmerston & District Hospital, site of North Wellington Health Care.

This position will be responsible for comprehensive nursing care as established by the standards of nursing practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and according to policies and procedures as set out by NWHC.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Ontario RN Certificate of Competence
• BScN is an asset
• Membership in RNAO and CNA is an asset
• Current BCLS
  
• ACLS - current
• Maternal Child Course or relevant clinical experience for exemption
• NRP
• Cardiac monitoring skills (ECG application & interpretation, cardiac arrhythmia interpretation)
• Competent to start IV
• Competent in phlebotomy
• Certified for defibrillation
• TNCC recommended
• ENPC/PALS recommended
• CTAS
• Must be prepared to work in all areas of the Hospital, including the Emergency Department
• 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
• 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 OF WORK:

• As per Department Schedule
• Must be available to work all shifts

SALARY:

$41.15 - $58.98 per hour

UNION:Ontario Nurses’ Association

North Wellington Health Care 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.

North Wellington Health Care is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.