Job Number:

J0526-0087

Job Title:

Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

Department:

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Job Type:

Casual

Action Required:

Replacing a current budgeted position

Job Category:

Nursing

Union:

ONA

Open Positions:

2

Date Posted:

May 6, 2026

Closing Date:

May 12, 2026

Salary:

$41.50 - $58.98/Hour

Hours of Work:

Day Shifts 0700-1900 & Nights 1900-0700

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with the mission, vision, goals, objectives and policies of the hospital and the Patient Services Department.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Meeting the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice for Registered Nurses and functions within the policies and procedures of the Patient Care Services.

• Organizing and implementing a plan of nursing care to meet the needs of each assigned patient.

• Uses evidence-based practice in decision making to coordinate patient care activities and provides effective resources and support as appropriate.

• Utilizies critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient status (complexity, stability) that may require consultation or transfer of care.

• Monitoring performance data with respect to patient care and workflow processes and outcomes and optimizing outcomes by participating as required in improvement activities.

• Participating in the orientation of new team members to the nursing unit.

• Attending educational programs and in-services to enhance his/her knowledge, and participating in the planning and implementing of same.

• Maintaining professional competence by assessing his/her own professional development needs, and establishing goals and actions to meet same.

• Assisting in maintaining the established standards of care through individual performance, participation in hospital committees, and assisting with performance improvement, work and patient flow activites.

• Working collaboratively with external education facility personnel to facilitate and support student learning.

• Maintaining an awareness of current developments in nursing practice.

• Performing Charge Nurse role when assigned.

• Functioning in accordance with established hospital emergency procedures.

• Promoting collaboration by effective communication.

• Participating as a member of the interprofessional team and promoting effective liaisons between patient, family, and physician, and other health team members and community agencies. Encouraging referrals to appropriate community resources.

• Demonstrating knowledge of and maintaining competence in accordance with RHPA and other relevant legislation and standards.

• Participating in assessing health needs and promoting health education and maintenance through patient and family teaching programs.

• Performs Critical Care Response Team (CCRT) role when assigned.

• Responds to Code Blue across organization when assigned.

• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Program Manager. Potential to be utilized in other patient care areas.

Qualifications

Education:

• Registered Nurse with current registration with CNO required.
• Certified in BCLS required.
• Certified in ACLS required.
• BScN preferred.
• Completion of Coronary Care 1 (CC1) with rhythm intepretation experience within the previous two years required.
• Completion of Coronary Care 2 (CC2) required or currently enrolled with commitment to complete within six (6) months of hire. Critical Care Nursing Certificate or current enrollment into a program and completion within 18 months of hire required.
• Current Patient Assessment course within three (3) years required (exempt if newly graduated within the past 3 years) or currently working in acute care using assessment skills.

Experience:

• Previous Critical Care experience preferred (ICU, ED, PACU, PICU, etc.)
• Two (2) years medical/surgical experience required.
• Insertion and maintenance of peripheral IVs required.
• Management of Central Venous Access Devices (CVAD) and PICCs including medication administration, dressing changes, and specimen collection required.
• Respiratory system management including familiarity with care for patients on ventilators, Bi-PAP, and high flow oxygen therapy an asset.
• Preference given to nurses with education and experience on defibrilation and external pacing.
• New grads who have recently finished consolidation in ICU or Clinical Externs who work in ICU would be considered.
• Experience with Critical Care Response Teams (CCRT) and other Rapid Response Teams an asset.

Competencies:

• Demonstrated willingness to participate in team member meetings and unit-specific projects.
• Demonstrates ongoing participation with College of Nurses Reflective Practice.
• Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communication skills in relation to working with patients across the care continuum.
• Demonstrated ability to work with flexibility under ever changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and multitask efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability in conflict management.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and decision-making skills with the ability to appropriately delegate tasks.
• Demonstrated skill in patient education and promotion of patient independence using principles of adult learning.
• Demonstrated proven ability to be accountable and to foster accountability in others.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislative requirements, medical/legal issues, and commitment to remaining abreast of changes.
• Demonstrated appreciation and respect for protocol, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity

OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Accommodation in the Workplace

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in Hiring at OSMH

OSMH may utilize automated screening tools (i.e. questionnaires) to highlight candidates' qualifications; however, OSMH does not involve the use of artifical intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. We recommend applying directly through our website as all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Closing Statement

OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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