Position Details

Posting #: 33803

Department: Complex Care

Employee Type: Temporary, Full Time

If Temporary, Number of Weeks: 65

Union: ONA

Openings Remaining: 1

Reason for Posting: This position is for an existing vacancy.

Schedule

Work Days: Monday to Sunday, Holidays

Time of Day: Days, Nights

Shift: 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: 10/03/2026

Closing Date: 17/03/2026 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

Position Summary The Registered Nurse, under the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the Department of Nursing, functions as a member of the nursing team to provide preventative, restorative, educational and/or supportive care. Excellent knowledge, critical thinking, decision making and communication techniques are employed in assessing, planning and implementing nursing care.

COMPLEX CARE/MEDICAL REHABILITATION SUPPORT POSITION The successful applicant will provide RN coverage and support for long term vacancies within the Complex Care and Medical Rehabilitation units. Episodic unit coverage may also be required while following all applicable scheduling provisions of the Collective Agreement.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Current BCLS certification required.
• Recent related clinical experience in medical/surgical/geriatric nursing preferred.
• Previous experience with ventilator-dependent, bariatric and dialysis populations preferred.
• Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) certification preferred.
• Wound Management training considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and work independently as well as with a multidisciplinary team within the Hospital and the community.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and assessment skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to be flexible and adapt to changing needs of residents and resources.
• Demonstrated ability to lead the unit healthcare team members (ie. RPNs, HCAs).
• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families.
• Good attendance and work record is essential.
• A resume regarding further education, special courses and experience should accompany the application.
• Willingness and ability to cross‑train across Medical Rehabilitation and Complex Care and provide cross‑unit shift replacement coverage as required.

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).