Temporary - Registered Nurse - Medicine B

Posting Period

Open:         May 29, 2025

Deadline:    June 11, 2025

ONA

This position is covered by a collective agreement.  Applications from outside the bargaining unit are welcome but can only be considered if the position is not filled from within this bargaining unit.

Department Name

Medicine B

This is a unique opportunity to work in Acute Medicine and Specialty Medicine which is comprised of four units: Acute Medicine, Respirology, Short Stay and Nephrology.

Acute Medicine is designed to treat and deliver care to a diverse adult patient population. There are a total of 36 beds, divided into 3 units of 12 beds each. One unit of 12 beds is designed to support those patients of a higher acuity who may require cardiac monitoring.  Within Medicine B, there is also a 10 bed day unit that is designed to support the flow of admitted medicine patients from the Emergency Department up to the inpatient units. 

The Respirology Unit is specially designed to treat and deliver care to patients with acute respiratory disease including those requiring non-invasive ventilation (BiPap). There are 12 beds.

The Short Stay Unit (SSU) provides care for Medicine patients whose anticipated length of stay is expected to be < 72 hrs.  There are 12 beds.

The Nephrology Inpatient Unit is a specialty unit providing inpatient care to both Acute and Chronic Renal patients. As part of the Renal Program the nurses provide care within the Renal Professional Practice Model with an interdisciplinary and collaborative focus.  Peritoneal dialysis is provided by the nurses both on the unit and within the hospital.  There are 12 beds.

Temporary Full-Time

Rate of Pay:               $39.07 per hour - $56.00 per hour

Hours of work:            37.5 hours of work 

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers course:  BLS-HCP(C) for which you can provide proof
• A minimum of one year of acute care nursing experience
• Previous experience with an acute adult medicine population preferred
• Knowledge of and experience with the General Medicine patient populations
• Current experience in Cardiac Monitoring, ECG Rhythm Recognition, Venipuncture and I.V. Initiation preferred
• Will be required to certify for unit specific procedures
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, communication skills and high levels of initiative
• Proven ability to work independently as well as motivated to be an enthusiastic member of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to function autonomously and to adapt to constantly changing unpredictable situations, and varying workload
• Effective conflict resolution skills
• Commitment to professional development
• Flexibility of schedule and able to work a variety of hours
• Demonstrated computer proficiency with Automated Clinical Systems
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC?s Vision, Purpose, and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume! 

Immunization Requirements  

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC. 

Teaching, Learning and Research 

LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities. 

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca. 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months. 

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work or study permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.