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Job Number
J0326-0657
Job Title
Registered Nurse First Assist
Job Type
Permanent Part Time
Union
ONA
City, Province, Country
Lindsay, Ontario, Canada
Department
Operating Room
Open Positions
1
Date Posted
July 2, 2026
Closing Date
July 8, 2026
Salary
$53.250 - $66.010/Hour
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Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.
Department/Unit/Program Description
The Operating Room performs elective and emergency surgery on an outpatient and inpatient basis. The multidisciplinary team of surgeons, anesthetists, nurses and support staff work together to ensure a positive experience for the patient.
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) is an advanced practice Registered Nurse that provides excellence in Peri-operative nursing care through expert clinical practice, consultation, teamwork, education and leadership. Through specialized RNFA education and training, the RNFA has developed specific technical skills which enable them to assist surgeons with specific intraoperative procedures. The RNFA works collaboratively with other nursing staff, and may also provide nursing care during all phases of the patients’ journey. In all phases of patient care, the RNFA works interdependently with nursing staff in the respective departments, as well as the rest of the care team to create optimal results and an excellent experience for the patient.
The Operating Room is currently seeking a Permanent Part Time Registered Nurse First Assist to join their healthcare team.
Date required: July 13, 2026
Essential Qualifications
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in Good Standing Operating Room Certificate from an accredited educational facility Certificate in Peri-Operative Nursing (Canada) Minimum 5 years of clinical experience as a peri-operative nurse Graduate of a recognized RNFA program Current BCLS certification, on hire Knowledge of ORNAC and IPAC Standards Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills with patients, families and other healthcare professionals Commitment to continuous professional development and continuing education Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision Computer knowledge and skills Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment Ability to function as a team member Ability to respond to urgent/emergent situations Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per the current Physical Demands Analysis
Preferred Qualifications
B.Sc.N. Master/Degree in a related field
Hours of Work
Must be available to work a variety of eight (8) hour shifts Monday to Sunday, days, evenings, nights, weekends, including statutory holidays and on-call. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the ONA Collective Agreement.
Employment Equity
Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.
Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.
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About ROSS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes, Ross Memorial Hospital is an active, acute-care community hospital serving more than 80,000 local residents and seasonal visitors. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The most recent expansion included the addition of MRI and Cardiac CT service. The Ross Family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.
Exceptional Care – Together: RMH strives to be an exceptional community hospital, valued by our patients and partners. We provide acute and continuing care, inspired by our patients and families, within a team that is committed to:
- Improving health by anticipating and responding to the health needs of the community;
- Collaborating with our health service partners, both in our community and beyond;
- Promoting a progressive and healthy work environment.