2600002150 - Registered Nurse

ONA Job Title: Registered Nurse Status: Temporary Part Time (18 Months) Department: Rehab Restorative Care - Whitby Program: Healthy Aging 12 Hour Shifts, Days, Nights, and Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change) Location: Lakeridge Health Whitby Wage Schedule: $41.150 - $58.980 per hour ONA: 2600002150 Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health! This position is open to all qualified ONA staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 18 August 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 25 August 2026. Duties And Responsibilities To use nursing process in providing patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain nursing records. Function as a member of a Multidisciplinary team. To perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing); Current BCLS; BsCN and/or Gerontology Certificate is preferred; Must be interested in the practice of Gerontology nursing, have knowledge of discharge planning and be able to function independently in a total patient care environment; Sound knowledge and application of nursing skills as listed in the CNO "Standards of Nursing Practice"; Good organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving and teaching skills; Sound judgement, good observation and patient assessment skills, tact and empathy; Able to perform appropriately in emergency situations; Able to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids; Able to assume a leadership/supervisory role; Able to foster good public relations and effective working relationships in a family centered care environment; Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; Must have a satisfactory performance record; Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] . Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants. Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Conditions Of Employment The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051). Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months. Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

The Registered Nurse will utilize the nursing process to provide patient care within a multidisciplinary health care team. Responsibilities include maintaining nursing records and ensuring professional competence in a restorative care environment.

Candidates must be registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and hold a current BCLS certification. A BScN or Gerontology Certificate is preferred, along with the ability to perform manual patient transfers.

• Clinical carePreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Nursing Process
• Patient Care
• Patient Assessment
• Discharge Planning
• Gerontology Nursing
• BCLS
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem-solving
• Teaching Skills
• Emergency Response
• Patient Transfer
• Leadership
• Supervisory Skills
• Family Centered Care
• Clinical Documentation

• Healthcare

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 18, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level