2600002559 - Registered Nurse

Oshawa, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

$41–$59 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Provide patient care using the nursing process, maintain nursing records, and participate as a member of the nursing and multidisciplinary health care teams. Maintain professional competence and perform other related duties as assigned.

Job details

ONA Job Title: Registered Nurse Status: Temporary Part Time (9 months) Department: Oncology/Nephrology (C6) Program: Medicine 8/12 Hour Shifts; Days/Nights/Weekends (Subject to Change) Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa Wage Schedule: $41.150 - $58.980 per hour Posting Reference: 2600002559 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! 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; and performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing); Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is required Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO; Post graduate certificate in Oncology and/or Palliative Nursing an asset; Post graduate certificate in Nephrology or certification and/or Medical-Surgical certification also considered; Certificate in CVAD, I.V. Therapy preferred, or a commitment to obtain these certifications within one year; Recent experience in oncology/palliative/nephrology nursing preferred; B.Sc.N. is preferred; Demonstrated communication skills both written and verbal; Demonstrated ability to perform well and display tact and empathy in stressful and emotionally intense situations in caring for dying patients and their families; Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with ability to foster good public relations in a family centered care environment; Proven organizational, problem-solving and teaching skills; Demonstrated ability to assume a leadership/supervisory role; Radiation oncology experiences an asset; Membership in RNAO and CANO is an asset; Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; Must have a satisfactory performance record; and Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education sessions 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 recruitment@lh.ca . 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.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must be registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and hold current Basic Life Support certification. Recent oncology, palliative, or nephrology experience is preferred; relevant postgraduate certificates, a B.Sc.N., CVAD or IV therapy certification, and radiation oncology experience are assets, alongside strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, teaching, and leadership skills.