Job Description

Company Bio

Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.

Position Summary

The Emergency Department is currently seeking a Temporary Full-Time Registered Nurse to join their team.



Effective Date: September 22, 2025

Ending on or Before: December 14, 2025

Department/Unit/Program Description

RMH is a medium sized hospital that provides 24 hour care to Emergency Room patients. The Emergency department embraces the Hospital's vision by providing staff with an excellent, supportive, team environment where the clinical team can practice in a multi-disciplinary team, providing Exceptional Care - Together.



Ross Memorial Hospital qualifies for the Government of Canada's Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Nurses may be eligible to receive up to $30,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness



Ross Memorial Hospital is participating in the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN). If you are a new grad and/or have not been employed as a nurse in Ontario in the last 6 months, you may be eligible to receive up to $25,000 in grant funding

Essential Qualifications

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing Current BCLS and ACLS certification, on hire Current I.V. certification Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale Education Coronary Care course or equivalent Minimum 3 years recent Emergency Room experience Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and co-operatively with all levels of staff, patients and the public Demonstrated problem solving, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills Demonstrated organizational and time management skills Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per current Physical Demands Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

TNCC and PALS certification Health teaching skills that demonstrates a broad knowledge of Adult and Paediatric Emergency Care BScN preferred Epic trained or ability to train and pass testing

Hours of Work

Must be able to work twelve hour day and night shifts, including weekends, and statutory holidays. Shift hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the ONA Collective Agreement

Employment Equity

Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.



Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.