Registered Nurse

Position Details

Posting #:  34089
Department:  Birthing Area (Labour & Delivery)
Employee Type:  Regular, Part Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:  
Union:  ONA
Openings Remaining:  1
Reason for Posting:  This is a new position.

Schedule

Work Days:  Monday to Sunday, Holidays
Time of Day:  Weekends, Days, Nights
Shift:  Rotating, 12 hour
Shift Start:   Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:  Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 14/04/2026
Closing Date: 21/04/2026  Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who adheres to and models the Standards and Guidelines of the College of Nurses of Ontario; the SJHH mission, vision and values, policies and procedures; and applicable specialty standards. The RN provides patient/client-centred and evidence informed care to promote health and assess the need for the provision of care and the treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal patient/client function. The RN collaborates with the inter-professional team and assumes a leadership role in the delivering a full range of care and treatment to patient/clients including those with complex needs, high acuity and less predictable outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS 
•Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
•Current clinical experience related (within last 2 years) to the Women's and Infants' Program
•Neonatal Resuscitation Provider certification or commitment to successfully complete within 3 months of employment
•Willingness and ability to cross-train within the Women's and Infants' program citing a secondary area of interest
•Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:
a)Perinatal Nursing Certificate from a recognized College or C.N.A. certification
b)Breastfeeding Certificate from a recognized College program
c)International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) designation
d)Maternal-Fetal monitoring experience preferred
•Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal communication, teaching, problem-solving and delegation skills
•Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and learning related to the nursing care of childbearing women, newborns, children and their families
•Good attendance and work record is essential
•A resume regarding further education, special courses and experience should accompany the application

St. Joseph’s Nursing Vision is to make a difference in the lives of those we care for, our organization, and the future of our community through achievement of excellence in nursing and commitment to a culture of nursing innovation, empowerment, leadership and accountability.

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (recruit@stjoes.ca).