WHO YOU ARE For more than ninety years the Motherhouse in North Bay has been a place of care, prayer and welcome. Founded and guided by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Sault St. Marie, St.

Joseph's Neighbourhood is home to Sisters, residents, tenants, and partner organizations, and workplace to more than ninety employees across care, hospitality, property, administration and mission. We are working towards a significant transformation, from a Motherhouse into a vibrant neighbourhood where people live, work, gather and are cared for. Our work is rooted in five values, sacredness of all creation, community of belonging, unifying and reconciling love, wholeness of body, mind and spirit, and diversity and inclusion.

THE ROLE The Registered Nurse provides safe, compassionate, and person-centered nursing care to Sisters and Residents while supporting their comfort, dignity, independence, safety, and wellbeing. The role combines direct nursing care with clinical support, care coordination, and guidance to Nurses' Aides and RPNs.

It is hands-on, front-line role for someone who builds trusting relationships and works collaboratively with the care team. A typical week includes assessing sisters or residents, administering medications and treatments, supporting care plans, documenting care, responding to changes in condition, and providing guidance to Nurses' Aides and RPNs. When assigned as Charge Nurse, the RN also provides shift leadership and coordinates sister or resident care in the absence of the Steward of Care and Compassion.

You will report to the Steward of Care and Compassion (Director of Care) and work closely with Nurses' Aides, RPNs, physicians, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

- Resident Care and Clinical Practice: Provide safe, person-centred nursing care, complete assessments, develop and evaluate plans of care, administer medications and treatments, and respond to changes in condition and urgent situations.
- Care Coordination and Clinical Leadership: Organize nursing care according to resident needs, provide guidance and support to Nurses' Aides and RPNs, and coordinate with physicians, pharmacy, specialists, families, and other care team members. When assigned, provide shift leadership in the absence of the DOC, coordinate resident care, respond to emergencies, support staff and resident safety, provide clinical direction to Nurses' Aides and RPNs, support de-escalation of workplace concerns, and ensure appropriate communication, documentation and escalation.
- Documentation and communication: Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and communicate important changes, incidents, interventions, and resident needs to the DOC and appropriate members of the care team.
- Medication, Safety and Skilled Practice:



Safely manage medications and controlled substances, follow infection prevention and control practices, promote a safe environment, and participate in quality assurance, risk management, nurse meetings, clinical indicators, and improvement activities. Maintain current professional knowledge through relevant education and follow legislation, regulations, and organizational requirements related to nursing practice.
- Relationship-Centered Care: Build respectful, trusting relationships with Sisters and Residents while supporting their comfort, choices, and quality of life.

WHAT YOU BRING

- BScN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) or equivalent and current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- One (1) - Five (5) years experience working in long-term care, retirement homes, or other healthcare or residential care settings.
- Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, documentation, and care planning skills.
- Ability to provide compassionate, respectful, and person-centred care while demonstrating dependability, sound judgement, and a calm approach in changing or urgent situations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and provide effective leadership when required.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Effective time management, attendance, and punctuality.
- Physical ability to meet the demands of the fast-paced position.
- Respect for the history, culture, and Catholic heritage of the Sisters of St. Joseph, alongside an inclusive approach that welcomes differences in culture, background, ability, and belief.

Considered Strong Assets:

- Previous Charge Nurse or shift leadership experience
- Experience or education in palliative, complex, dementia, and responsive care.
- Bilingualism (English/French)
- Class G driver's license
- Experience working with religious communities, faith-based organizations, or congregations

WHAT WE OFFER Join a team where your work truly matters. A salary range between $30.35 - $42.47 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay and 11% benefits in lieu, based on the applicable employment terms.

We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where employees are valued, encouraged to grow, and empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Along with on-site parking,



you'll benefit from opportunities for ongoing education and professional development while working alongside dedicated colleagues who are committed to excellence in care and services.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply directly through Indeed with your resume and cover letter by 19 October 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received/after the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted, and will be told that accommodation is available on request. Every applicant who is interviewed will be told, within 45 days of their final interview, whether a hiring decision has been made.

OUR COMMITMENTS TO APPLICANTS

Accessibility and accommodation. St. Joseph's Motherhouse is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available on request for applicants with disabilities at every stage of the hiring process, including application, interview, testing and selection. If you require accommodation, or need this posting in an alternate format, please contact Brenda Curran at [email protected] or (705) 474-3800 and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Equal Opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and select on the basis of merit, without discrimination on any ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code. Canadian work experience is not required; we value experience and education gained in Canada and around the world.

Use of artificial intelligence. Artificial Intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants for this position. All applications are reviewed by members of our team.

Privacy. Personal Information submitted with your application is collected and used solely for candidate selection for this position and is handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation. Please do not include your Social Insurance Number, date of birth, photograph or other personal informatin that is not needed to assess your application.

Conditions of Employment. An offer of employment will be conditional on a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, proof of immunization as deemed necessary by St. Joseph's Motherhouse policy and IPAC protocols, Physical Abilities Assessment, Satisfactory Tuberculosis (TB) testing, Positive Outcomes for 2 work-related references, any Health and Safety, regulatory or administrative programs or certifications as required.

Pay: $30.35-$42.47 per hour

Benefits

- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- North Bay, ON P1B 2X6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:
- Nursing: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- CNO Membership (required)

Location:
- North Bay, ON P1B 2X6 (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Registered Nurse (North Bay)
🏢 The Sisters of St. Joseph of Sault Ste. Marie
📍 North Bay