Provide medical and surgical nursing care across various hospital units as part of a nursing resource team. Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff while adapting to diverse care assignments based on organizational demand.
Requirements summary
Requires a Nursing degree, CNO registration, and at least two years of experience in hospital medicine or surgery units. Must hold current BCLS and Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia Interpretation certificates.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateKeyboardingCrisis InterventionCritical ThinkingEmotional IntelligencePatient-Centered CareTrauma Informed CarePhysical AssessmentMultidisciplinary CollaborationOncologic NursingPalliative NursingMeditechPost-operative CareVascular TherapyEpidural MonitoringCerner Health Information SystemOmni Cell
Job description
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.
Why Should You Apply to CMH?
Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Group Benefits, including Health & Dental, for full time employees Employee & Family Assistance Program Career Development & Education Grant Wellness & Wellbeing Program Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives 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.
Job Description
Salary Range
$41.15 - $58.98 Full-Time Opportunity for Growth and Diverse Care Experiences This is an exciting opportunity to gain extensive exposure across our hospital's medical and surgical in-patient programs. As a Medical and Surgical Nursing Resource, you will have the chance to develop areas of expertise by experiencing a wide range of care environments. The successful incumbent thrives in a dynamic setting, is resilient, and highly adaptable to various roles and responsibilities.
About the Role
Exposure: Gain diverse experiences across supporting care for medical and surgical patients across multiple units with our hospital. Flexibility & Resilience: Thrive in an ever-changing environment, adapting to various roles and responsibilities as needed. Your assignments will be based on where care and nursing assignments are needed. Training & Development: Comprehensive orientation and continuous training are provided to foster skill development and ensure you have the tools to excel in your role. This full-time position, as part of the nursing resource team you will be placed on a full-time master schedule and will be floated to where the care demands are for medical and surgical patients. You will contribute significantly to maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The physical demands of the role may include sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and bending as required by the diverse assignments across different units. About CMH: Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is in an exciting time of change, with major systems modernization projects currently underway. We have implemented a new workforce planning system that is enhancing staff scheduling, ensuring a positive scheduling experience for our team members. This aligns with our commitment to elevate joy in work and provide the best possible care environment. Required Skills and Qualifications: Diploma or Baccalaureate degree in Nursing Current registration & in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Current BCLS certificate Current Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia Interpretation certificate Crisis Intervention Training required or obtained within 3 months of hire Minimum two years’ current experience in medicine and/or surgery units within a hospital setting Knowledge, recent experience, and competence in vascular therapy (including peripheral and central vascular access devices) Excellent physical assessment skills Oncologic and palliative nursing experience Knowledge, experience and competence in managing complex pain and symptoms related to disease processes and palliation required Knowledge, recent experience, and competence in managing post-operative patients including epidural monitoring Participates in annual professional education and mandatory organizational education Strong critical thinking and crisis intervention abilities Demonstrated reliability in attending work regularly Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional education required in related clinical area Additional Skills: Demonstrates supportive emotional care to the patient and their family/significant others from all diverse backgrounds Demonstrates emotional intelligence to navigate high-stress situations with empathy, self-awareness, and professionalism, ensuring compassionate care for patients and respectful collaboration with colleagues. Ability to recognize and manage emotions—both personal and in others— Demonstrates trauma informed care to support a positive patient-centered care environment. Flexibility regarding assignment locations, willingness to be reassigned across all areas of the hospital as needed (may include reassignment to one or more units throughout a shift) based on organizational and patient needs Commitment to multidisciplinary, team-centered patient care environments Keyboarding skills and proficiency with Meditech ,Omni Cell software and Cerner Health Information System
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Career Development & Education Grant
Wellness & Wellbeing Program
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
Healthcare Of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
As per the O.N.A. Collective Agreement, all O.N.A. members (full-time, part-time & casual) are eligible to apply for this position. 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 ONA
