RN, Emergency, RPT

Gghorg; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Guelph General Hospital in Guelph, Ontario, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide high-quality, evidence-based care in partnership with patients and families. You will coordinate, communicate, and document patient care activities while upholding our commitment to compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative care.

Join a supportive team with a strong professional development program, comprehensive benefits, HOOPP pension, and opportunities to grow within a community-focused

Qualifications

• RN licence and active registration with College of Nurses of Ontario.
• ACLS certification or to complete within 3 months.
• PALS certification or to complete within 6 months.
• 2 years of recent Emergency Department experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to best practice and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, safe, evidence-based care in partnership with patients and families.
• Coordinate, communicate and document patient care activities with the care team.
• Establish therapeutic relationships and collaborate across disciplines.
• Support ongoing professional development and education opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Decision making

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community.

Everything we do is grounded in our values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired. If you are seeking meaningful work in an organization where your contributions truly matter to patients, colleagues, and the broader community, you have come to the right place.

Current Shifts:

All Shifts

Position Summary:

The primary role of the RN is to provide high quality, safe, effective and evidence-based care in partnership with patients and families, in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards and GGH’s mission, vision, values and policies. The RN optimizes the patient’s experience and care outcomes by:

• Being accountable for one’s decisions and professional practice;
• Establishing a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family;
• Collaborating with other members of the patient’s care team;
• Coordinating, communicating and documenting patient care activities.

In this role, you will:

• Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow through a generous professional development program, including our education assistance fund and in-house learning initiatives
• Have access to a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation, health and dental benefits, short- and long-term disability coverage, and membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), with employer contributions matched at 126%.
• Be part of an organization that is deeply committed to the well being, safety, and psychological health of its workforce
• Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through meaningful action
• Collaborate with a team of highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals united by a shared purpose

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Guelph, known as “The Royal City,” offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families.

• Expansive trails, rivers, and green spaces that support an active, outdoor lifestyle year-round
• A vibrant arts, culture, and music scene with nationally and internationally recognized events
• Diverse restaurants, cafés, and local craft breweries
• One of Ontario’s strongest and fastest growing economies
• Excellent education options, including both a university and college
• A welcoming, inclusive community with diverse cultures and centres of faith

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Physical assessment skills with demonstrated ability to assess clients from paediatrics to geriatrics
• Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia course or must complete within 3 months
• Working knowledge of Life Threatening Arrhythmias
• ACLS Certification or must complete within 3 months
• IV. Certification and venipuncture
• PALS certification or must complete within 6 months
• 2 years of recent experience in the Emergency Department
• Advanced Trauma Nursing Courses and/or recent related experience
• CTAS Courses preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to best practice, nursing standards and life-long learning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated excellent assessment skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues and physicians

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be supported, empowered, and valued, we encourage you to apply and explore how your career can grow at Guelph General Hospital.

This job posting is for a vacancy currently available. The hiring process can include the use of AI-enabled systems for administrative and candidate management purposes.

Guelph General Hospital is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to providing a respectful, safe, and supportive environment for all employees, free from discrimination and harassment.