Overview Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation. Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond. Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH, please visit our website at www.cmh.org. Why Should You Apply to CMH? Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Group benefits, including health and dental, for full-time employees Employee and Family Assistance Program Leadership and Quality Improvement Curriculum Career Development & Education Grant Wellness, & Wellbeing Program Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives Job Description Salary: $38.363 - $39.019 Schedule: Days, Nights, Rotating weekends, Rotating Holidays Shift: 12hrs Full-time contract expected to end November 2026 Position Summary: As a key member of the Intensive Care Unit Team, the Registered Practical Nurse participates in the delivery of exceptional health care to patients by performing a variety of treatments and procedures, assessments, monitoring, interdisciplinary reporting and documenting changes in patient's overall state within the framework of the Registered Practical Nurse. Additional responsibilities include assisting the patient with activities of daily living and providing both the patient and family with relevant information/education and ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. The successful incumbent will demonstrate the application of nursing knowledge through patient assessment and utilizes the Three Factor Framework to manage the full scope of practice for patient care, demonstrate professional responsibility, and is accountable for own practice. The physical demands of the role may include but are not limited to sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and bending. Duties as per job fact sheet. Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change. Skills and Qualifications: College of Nurses of Ontario Certificate of Registration in good standing, required RPN Diploma or equivalent required Current CPR certificate required Basic Cardiac arrhythmia certificate required Medication administration required Excellent physical assessment skills required and ability to function independently Ability to respond to emergency situations by rapidly identifying priorities and complex patient care needs. Minimum of one-year recent medical/surgical/mental health experience within a hospital setting, required Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional education required in related clinical area Demonstrated knowledge of discharge planning and appropriate use of community resources, required Demonstrated ability to work in a patient centered, multi-disciplinary team environment is essential Excellent communication (verbal and written) problem-solving and negotiating skills required I.V. trained and certified Must demonstrate familiarity with monitoring patients receiving blood products Must demonstrate psychosocial skills and relevant experience with offering supportive emotional care to the patient and their family/significant others from all cultural backgrounds Experience with Meditech system modules preferred Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada. The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH. CMH Inclusion Statement At Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), community matters to us. We acknowledge and are grateful for the opportunity to meet, work and offer healthcare on what is the traditional territories for the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee and the Chinnonton. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace; one that generates belonging. We want a work culture where people are free to express their authentic selves and are able to bring their best daily. That includes a workplace that is free from violence, harassment and discrimination of any kind. We welcome all applicants and encourage members of equity-deserving groups including Indigenous and LGBTQ2SIA+ communities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, neurodiversity or physical ability. We promise to ask if needed, and to provide reasonable accommodation to you during the recruitment and selection process to ensure an equitable experience. To support all of us in this journey, Cambridge Memorial Hospital is an employee partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion (CCDI) and provides access to all CMH members to CCDI resources and education. We encourage you to reflect upon our inclusive commitment to you as we welcome and encourage you to explore a promising future career at CMH. Mari Iromoto Executive Champion Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Susan Toth, Director of Human Resources We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) proudly integrates AI-based technologies into its applicant screening process to enhance recruitment. These tools are designed to reduce bias and uphold fair hiring practices based on skills, education, and experience. CMH’s AI serves to assist, not replace, human decision-making, with results audited to ensure quality and equity. This initiative reinforces the hospital’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, ensuring the best talent is selected while adhering to its core values. Union SEIU Service – Full Time