Registered Nurse (RN), Complex Continuing Care and Palliative Medicine C2 D2

Peterborough Regional Health Centre; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym 24/7

Pension plan

Learning & development

Job summary

Peterborough Regional Health Centre is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for Complex Continuing Care and Palliative Medicine in Peterborough, Ontario. The RN will provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with varying stability, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Applicant must have an active Ontario nursing license, BCLS, and experience in complex continuing care or palliative settings. PRHC offers a competitive compensation package, pension, on-site gym, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Glucometer certification required.
• BCLS certification is required or soon after starting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in CCU/Palliative setting.
• Promote health and prevent illness through nursing interventions.
• Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team and families.
• Maintain accurate documentation and order entry in EPIC.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV initiation

CVADs

G-tubes

Catheters

Hickman lines

Education

Certificate of Competence - Ontario

BCLS

Glucometer certification

Tools

EPIC

Order Entry

Email

Job description

Position:Registered Nurse (RN), Complex Continuing Care and Palliative Medicine C2 D2Department:IP Medical D2Position Status:PermanentTime Type:Part timeUnion:ONA 003 (Ontario Nurses Association 003)Location:Peterborough, ONLanguage:EnglishSalary Range:$41.15 - $58.98per hourTHE PRHC DIFFERENCE:Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers.As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.What We OfferWe're committed to supporting our people with meaningful rewards and experiences, which may include:A competitive total rewards package aligned with the positionPension plan with employer contributions for eligible rolesHealth, wellness, and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and travel savingsOn site gym 24/7 free to all employeesOngoing learning and development opportunities to support your growthHOURS OF WORK:The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.WHAT YOU’LL DO:The RN, as one of the providers of health care, has a unique role in promoting health, in preventing illness, and in helping clients attain and maintain the highest level of health possible. S/he is responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients, with predictable and unpredictable outcomes who may or may not be clinically stable. The RN practices in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario Professional Standards.WHAT YOU’LL BRING:Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of OntarioCurrent BCLSGlucometer certification requiredEvacuation trainingSafe Patient Handling and Violence Prevention Training preferred or willingness to obtainPrevious clinical practice in Complex Continuing Care and or Palliative Care is preferredCourses in Gerontology, Behavioural Management, Conflict Resolution, Pain Management, LEAP preferredWHO YOU ARE:Added Nursing Skills - Venipuncture, IV initiation, medication, CVADs, set-up and maintain G-tubes, insert catheters and performs manual irrigations, initiates and maintains CADD and Hickman linesExcellent assessment skillsDemonstrated ability in planning and coordination of care and resources for residentsExcellent verbal communication and documentation skillsGood problem solving and conflict resolution skillsExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with patients/families, staff, physicians and the communityExcellent leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and be self-motivatedDemonstrated ability to work toward the achievement of goals and objectives and initiate appropriate revisions when necessary for their patients or for the unitDemonstrated ability to be flexible and handle multiple demands at a timeDemonstrated initiative and enthusiasm in a previous/present work experienceDemonstrated ability in the management of difficult behavioursDemonstrates good planning and organizational skillsActively participates as a multidisciplinary team memberDemonstrated commitment to continuing educationGood computer skills –including EPIC, email and Order EntryThis position is for a current vacancy.OUR COMMITMENT:At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of all equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, black, racialized, women, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. Even if your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification on this position, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for another role within our organization.Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.