Registered Nurse

Apply By : Thursday, June 4, 2026 11:59 pm EDT 1 Permanent, 3 Temporary up to 12 months, with possible extension Job code: C50052 - Nurse 2, General (COR) $1,562.72 - $2,240.04 Per week. *Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement. Provide compassionate care in an unconventional setting We are seeking caring and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our health care team at the Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre. Nurses who work in corrections practice a wide range of nursing skills in an unconventional setting.

They play an important part of the rehabilitation process by helping patients in custody achieve independence and self‑care, which increases the chance of successful re‑entry into the community. If you are a conscientious and well‑organized Registered Nurse with a dedicated commitment to the care and well‑being of others, this rewarding opportunity is for you. About the job As a Registered Nurse with the Hamilton‑Wentworth Detention Centre, you will work collaboratively as a member of the inter‑professional health care team to develop, implement, and evaluate patient‑specific plans of care.

Your typical day may include activities such as: Conducting health assessments for triage and ongoing care Advocating for and encouraging patient participation in the plan of care Monitoring treatment plans and responses to health care interventions Communicating with community care providers to obtain health histories and facilitate transitional care Contributing to health program development within the institution Providing emergency care, acute care, crisis intervention, health teaching, and counseling for patients considered medically stable and unstable Practicing in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario practice standards, ministry expectations, and the security requirements of the institution Mandatory Requirements You are currently a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Nursing Knowledge and Experience Provide full scope of services to patients with complex health care needs and unpredictable outcomes Collect, interpret, and evaluate health information to complete comprehensive health assessments Develop treatment and care plans, evaluate responses to planned interventions, and modify interventions in collaboration with the inter‑professional team Address emergency situations and implement appropriate therapeutic interventions You have knowledge of professional standards and guidelines, best practice guidelines, and nursing theories, practices, and relevant legislation such as the Regulated Health Professions Act and Health Care Consent Act. Critical Thinking, Analytical and Organizational Skills Provide emergency care, acute care, crisis intervention, health teaching, and counseling to patients with routine or complex health care needs, and/or unpredictable outcomes Communication and Interpersonal Skills Work effectively with staff and patients Advocate on behalf of patients on health care treatments Explain possible side effects of medications and medical treatments Provide health education, and promote and support treatment goals Work as part of an inter‑professional team Use a team approach to deliver care to a diverse patient population Hours of Work The full‑time positions are 40 hours per week.

You are expected to work rotating shifts in a health care unit that provides 7 days per week service, up to 24 hours a day. How we support diversity, inclusion, and accessibility We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code‑protected grounds such as disability, family status, and religion. Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives Accessibility Anti‑Racism Policy What we offer Working as a nurse in a correctional facility can be highly rewarding for several reasons: Practice a wide range of nursing skills, from acute care to mental health, providing a unique and varied work experience Play a crucial role in the rehabilitation process, helping patients in custody achieve independence and self‑care, which increases their chances of successful re‑entry into the community The unconventional setting challenges you to adapt and grow professionally, enhancing resilience and problem‑solving abilities Contribute significantly to improving the health and wellbeing of patients in custody, thereby contributing to public health and safety Permanent role: comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including a defined‑benefit lifetime pension plan, group health, dental, life and disability benefits, a range of vacation and leave options, an Employee and Family Assistance Program, and inclusive counseling services.

Temporary positions may have opportunities to opt in for some benefits. Security Checks Required checks include Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS. A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you; each situation is considered based on the responsibilities of the position.

If you have lived outside Canada for five years and more than six consecutive months in an overseas country, you must provide an out‑of‑country police clearance certificate from that country. Language requirements and assessment All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English.

If the position is bilingual (English/French), you will need to pass a French‑language proficiency test. #J-18808-Ljbffr