Registered Nurse (RN) - Stroke & Rehab

Quinte Health; Belleville; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health organization in Belleville is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Surgical Inpatient Unit. In this full-time role, you will provide compassionate patient care, assess and plan nursing interventions, and collaborate with a healthcare team. The ideal candidate must be registered or eligible with the College of Nurses of Ontario, capable of handling a physically demanding workload. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment dedicated to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current registration or eligibility for registration to practice nursing in Ontario.
• Current certification in BCLS or CPR.
• Ability to manage a physically demanding workload.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and planning patient care through the nursing process.
• Administering total patient care for a group of patients.
• Maintaining nursing records and reporting pertinent information.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Job description

Overview

At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most. Located on the Bay of Quinte, Belleville blends small-town charm with big-city perks. As the largest Quinte Health hospital, Belleville General Hospital offers diverse opportunities across medicine, critical care, emergency, surgery, maternal-child care, mental health, rehab, and oncology. We collaborate regionally to provide top-tier care. At BGH, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and team-driven environment with opportunities to learn from experienced professionals.

Role: Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgical Inpatient Unit / Surgical Assessment Clinic (example posting). This description reflects responsibilities, qualifications, and employment details typically associated with the position.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.
• Safely performs acts requiring specialized knowledge, skills, and judgement in assessing health needs and in planning, administering, and evaluating patient care.
• Administers total patient care for a group of patients.
• Maintains nursing record.
• Reports pertinent information to other members of the health care team.
• Participates in CI Programs to ensure a high level of patient care.
• Assists in completion of data collection for C.I.H.I.
• Acts as a resource to the healthcare team for overall unit coordination and care needs.
• Able to work in a leadership role as an “in charge” nurse helping to facilitate medical care, admission and discharge processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current certification in BCLS or CPR, or proof of enrolment in a recertification course. You will be asked to provide a copy of your valid certificate at the time of hire/transfer.
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload (Physical Demands Analysis available to review).

Physical Demands

Physical Demands Analysis

• Strength
  Required Occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds.

• Mobility
  Required Constantly – standing; Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping; Required Occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling; Required Rarely – balancing, climbing.

• Dexterity
  Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion; Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down); Required Rarely – foot action.

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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