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)
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Group Benefits, including Health & Dental, for full time employees
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Employee & Family Assistance Program
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Career Development & Education Grant
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Wellness & Wellbeing Program
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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
As a key member of the Surgical Day Care (SDC) team, the Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process to direct and deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients in SDC in a safe and proficient manner according to individual patient needs. The successful incumbent continually assesses and monitors the patient´s condition throughout the pre-operative and post-operative period and assures patient safety.
The physical demands of the role may include but are not limited to prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.
Skills and Qualifications:
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Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses in Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse in good standing required
- Diploma or Baccalaureate degree in Nursing required
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Minimum 3-5 years current clinical experience in Surgical Day Care required.
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Certificate from a recognized Community College in Post Anesthetic Recovery Room Care required
- Current BCLS required, ACLS an asset
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CMH certified to initiate intravenous lines and administer intravenous medications required.
- Completion of basic arrhythmia course an asset.
- Must demonstrate evidence of clinical reasoning, problem solving and expanded clinical leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a self-directed, fast paced work environment with an interdisciplinary team.
Outstanding organizational skills required
Computer proficient including knowledge of Meditech system and O.R.+ system would be an asset.
Evidence on ongoing education in perioperative nursing.
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required
CORE COMPETENCIES:
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Demonstrates patient-focused care that includes exceptional emergency clinical assessment skills.
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Evidences commitment to excellence in professional practice and continuous professional learning.
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Demonstrated initiative and accountability.
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Demonstrated problem-solving skills and crisis management.
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Strong member of the interdisciplinary team.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
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Exceptional communicator.
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Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the hospital.
* 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
Melissa Duguid, 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
