Resource Nurse - Inpatient Surgical - Permanent Full-Time (2026-231)

Job summary

Coordinate daily inpatient surgical care, staffing assignments, patient flow, and discharge planning to support safe, efficient, patient-centered care. Serve as a clinical resource and mentor, guide staff through complex care situations, and support quality improvement and operational priorities.

Job details

Detailed Job Description Resource Nurse Inpatient Surgical Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Reports to: Manager, Inpatient Units ONA Reason for Posting: Current Vacancy (2 positions) Hours of Work: 12-hour shifts – days, nights, and weekends Rate of Pay: $45.36 - $63.19 per hour plus any applicable shift premiums Join Our Inspired Team! The Opportunity: We need a Resource Nurse to join our Inpatient Surgical team! You will play a role in delivering exceptional patient care as part of a collaborative team. The Inpatient Surgery department allows you to use your clinical expertise, critical thinking and compassion while making a meaningful impact for patients and families across the South Georgian Bay region. As a Resource Nurse, you will play an important role in supporting both our patients and your fellow nurses. This is an opportunity to lead by example, share your expertise, and help create a supportive and collaborative environment. Why Choose Us! We invest in our Team. As a Resource you will earn $45.36 - $63.19 per hour. Beyond Your Hourly Wage You Will Also Enjoy Access to funding to support education that you want to pursue Join HOOPP a defined benefit contribution pension plan Time away from work matters. This position would earn 3 weeks vacation Your health and wellness are important. We offer a fulsome benefits package At this time this opportunity is scheduled 12-hour shifts – days, nights and weekends Patient Flow And Communication As the successful applicant, you will do the following: Coordinate daily patient care activities and support staff in delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered care in accordance with hospital standards, policies and procedures. Develop and adjust nursing assignments using the CNO Three Factor Framework to support safe staffing and workload balance. Support the implementation and sustainability of new clinical protocols, policies, best practices and order sets. Monitor unit activity and patient movement to promote timely access to care and optimize patient flow. Foster strong collaborative relationships between all units and team members. Model and promote excellence in communication, customer service, and conflict resolutions when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues. Participate in and support interdisciplinary rounds, huddles and discharge planning discussions to facilitate coordination of care and discharge readiness. Champion initiatives that support patient flow, discharge planning, and length of stay optimization while maintaining a focus on quality and patient experience. Support staff in identifying and addressing barriers to discharge and transition planning. Ensure timely and effective communication of patient care concerns, operational issues, and key updates between shifts and care teams. Clinical Practice Act as a clinical resource and mentor to the nursing staff, support safe, high-quality patient care Provide guidance and support in complex patient care situations and clinical decision making Promote best practices, professional standards, and organizational policies. Support staff developments through coaching, teaching, and role modelling. Facilitate effective communication and continuity of care across the interdisciplinary team. Lead and support daily huddles, rounds, and care planning discussions. Champion patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. Non-Clinical Responsibilities Support daily operations by coordinating staffing resources and adjusting assignments to meet patient care needs. Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment through leadership and role modelling. Provide operational support and guidance to staff, addressing issues as they arise. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Support quality improvement initiatives and the implementation of departmental and organizational priorities. Collaborate with leaders and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care, staff engagement, and unit performance. Contribute to the achievement of CGMH’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic goals. Required What You’ll Bring Current registration in good standing as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Recent experience in acute care nursing. Demonstrated clinical expertise and strong clinical thinking skills. Proven ability to lead, support, and mentor nursing staff. Excellent communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills. Commitment to patient and family centred care, quality improvement, and patient safety. Preferred Leadership education or equivalent leadership experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in acute care nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Experience supporting unit operations Experience with Meditech Expanse Alignment with our Values We Are Committed To Our Values Be Kind - fostering a culture of compassion, empathy, and dignity in every interaction Support Each Other - working together across all roles to uplift our team and our patients Lead by Example - setting a standard of integrity, fairness, and professionalism Keep Growing - embracing curiosity, innovation, and learning to adapt to future needs Any successful candidate will need to live these values on a day-to-day basis. Join Tomorrow’s Team Today: Shape the Future of Care in South Georgian Bay at CGMH! Today CGMH is an 84-bed acute care hospital serving 74,000+ residents and 3.5M annual visitors. With a team of 1,200+ dedicated professionals, we deliver high‑quality care across emergency, surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics, dialysis, diagnostics, mental health, and more. Tomorrow’s Hospital is under Development and are working towards an opening day in 2033. Joining our team now means you have input on the Hospital’s design, workflows, and equipment. Learn more here. Learn more about our Strategic Plan here. Ready to Apply? Apply online before 11:00pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume in PDF or Word format. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We look forward to reviewing your application. We are here to support you. If you have any questions or concerns during the recruitment process, including related to accessibility, please reach out to People Services at peopleservices@cgmh.on.ca

What you’ll do

Coordinate daily inpatient surgical care, staffing assignments, patient flow, and discharge planning to support safe, efficient, patient-centered care. Serve as a clinical resource and mentor, guide staff through complex care situations, and support quality improvement and operational priorities.

Requirements

Applicants must hold current good-standing registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario and have recent acute care nursing experience, clinical expertise, and demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities. Preferred qualifications include at least five years of acute care experience, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, leadership education or equivalent experience, unit operations experience, and familiarity with Meditech Expanse.

Benefits

• Education Funding
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Three Weeks of Vacation
• Health and Wellness Benefits Package
• Shift Premiums

Listed skills

• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Acute Care Nursing
• Clinical Expertise
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Nursing Leadership
• Staff Mentoring
• Patient-Centered Care
• Patient Flow Coordination
• Staffing and Assignment Coordination
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution
• Discharge Planning
• Patient Safety
• Quality Improvement
• Clinical Protocol Implementation
• Meditech Expanse

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership

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