Job Description

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.


WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.


At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

POSITION VACANCY:

Renal Program- ONA Palmerston Dialysis Satellite

POSTING NUMBER:

251475

DATE POSTED:

August 14, 2025

POSITION:

LOCATION :

Temporary Part Time Registered Nurse (ONA)


Approx until August 11, 2026


WRHN @ Palmerston Renal

HOURS OF WORK:

HYBRID SCHEDULING - MON-SAT 0600-1800 WITH STANDBY

JOB SUMMARY:

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive, preventative, restorative and supportive care to patients in an assisted care to full care hemodialysis setting. Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

o Current Registration (in good standing) with the College of Nurses of Ontario


o BCLS


o Current certification in Nephrology Nursing - Canadian Nurses o Association - preferred


o At least 2 years clinical experience in caring for Hemodialysis patients in acute, and chronic care settings preferred


o Current renal IV certification preferred


o Hemodialysis leadership experience preferred


o Certification in Blood Bank administration, IV Drug Therapy, and Hemodialysis access management preferred


o Ability to practice in collaborative care nursing model


o Working knowledge of systems for documentation interdisciplinary care planning i.e.; Nephrocare and Cerner


oDemonstrated ability to care for complex patients in a team setting with shared responsibility and accountability


o Knowledge of nephrology theory and clinical renal nursing practice preferred


o Demonstrated ability to work with chronic patients and families effectively


o Ability to interact with interdisciplinary team


o Flexibility and ability to work under quickly changing circumstances


oAbility to promote patient independence through reinforcement and patient education


o Demonstrated skill in patient education as it relates to renal patients using the principles of adult learning preferred


o Ability to promote/co-ordinate integrated care between Satellite Unit and WRHN


o Good attendance record


Attention Registered Nurses: Please provide a copy of your resume when applying to the position. Applications received without this information may not be considered.


EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING THE EMPATH SYSTEM.


As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.


Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.


Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.


International Applicants


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