Position:
Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room
Department:
OR IP Surgical Cases
Position Status:
Permanent
Time Type:
Part time
Union:
ONA 003 (Ontario Nurses Association 003)
Location:
Peterborough, ON
Language:
English
Salary Range:
$41.15 - $58.98
per hour
THE PRHC DIFFERENCE:
Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.
With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.
PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers.
As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.
PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.
What We Offer
We're committed to supporting our people with meaningful rewards and experiences, which may include:
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A competitive total rewards package aligned with the position
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Pension plan with employer contributions for eligible roles
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Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and travel savings
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On site gym 24/7 free to all employees
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Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth
HOURS OF WORK:
The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The RN, as one of the providers of health care, has a unique role in promoting health, in preventing illness, and in helping clients attain and maintain the highest level of health possible. S/he is responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients, with predictable and unpredictable outcomes who may or may not be clinically stable. The RN practices in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario Professional Standards.
The scope of the Operating Room nursing practice takes in those nursing activities that assist the individual surgical patient in a conscious or unconscious state. These activities are directed toward providing continuity of care through pre-operative assessment and planning, intra-operative intervention and post-operative evaluation.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
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Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
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Post graduate OR course or Perioperative Nursing Certificate and recent OR experience preferred.
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Current BCLS.
WHO YOU ARE:
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Good verbal and written communications skills.
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Good interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrated knowledge of OR environment, procedures, instruments and equipment.
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Psychomotor dexterity that demonstrates a potential to perform complex skills in limited time periods.
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Demonstrated ability to deal with personal stress and stressful situations in a constructive manner.
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Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Demonstrated accountability and responsibility.
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Good teaching and leadership skills.
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Good organizational skills.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
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Available to work all shifts and standby.
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Demonstrated interest in continuing education.
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Basic computer skills.
This position is for a current vacancy.
OUR COMMITMENT:
At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of all equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, black, racialized, women, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. Even if your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification on this position, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for another role within our organization.
Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.
Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
