Registered Nurse, Obstetrical Suite

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Registered Nurse, Obstetrical Suite –
The Ottawa Hospital

Reshaping the future of Healthcare! The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada’s largest learning and research multi‑campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions. We do not just serve our community; we belong to it. That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community, seeking innovative solutions to the most complex health care challenges while engaging the community in our vision to provide each patient with the care and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

Days and nights, including weekends, 12‑hour shifts.

• Current certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Three (3) months of recent Birthing Unit experience.
• Current BCLS and NRP certification as per the College of Nurses of Ontario standards.
• Theoretical knowledge of the care of obstetrical patients and newborns, and ability to apply this knowledge in a clinical setting.
• Demonstrates a sound knowledge of the nursing process.
• Demonstrates a desire and ability to participate in patient teaching.
• Demonstrates a professional and respectful attitude to patients, the public and colleagues.
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively as an active member of the health care team.
• Identifies a commitment to personal continuing education activities.
• Demonstrates understanding of and participation in the evaluation process.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the application and relevance of continuous quality improvement activities.
• Demonstrates understanding of and willingness to facilitate clinical research activities into patient care.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

• Baccalaureate of Nursing.
• CNA Perinatal Certification.
• Obstetrical Perioperative experience.
• Completion of or enrollment in Obstetrical High Risk Courses.
• RNAO membership.
• Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) membership.
• Proficiency in English and French – oral expression (advanced level) and comprehension (advanced level).

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment. We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also provide discounts from chosen providers on a variety of products and services, and a range of Health and Wellness resources. Opportunities for personal and professional development are available through our in‑house Learning and Leadership Development team.

Applicants who do not meet the above-noted requirements are eligible to apply for this position and may be considered if there are no other applicants who meet all of the requirements. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of interview results. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading‑edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient safety as we are, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit an online application for the position you are interested in. The Ottawa Hospital is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact