Resource Nurse - Inpatient Surgical - Permanent Full-Time (2026-231)

Reason for Posting: Current Vacancy (2 positions)

Hours of Work: 12-hour shifts – days, nights, and weekends

Rate of Pay: $45.36 - $63.19 per hour plus any applicable shift premiums

Join Our Inspired Team The Prospect:

Weneed a Resource Nurse to join our Inpatient Surgical team You will play a role in delivering exceptional patient care as part of acollaborative team.The Inpatient Surgery department allows you to use yourclinical expertise, critical thinking and compassion while making a meaningfulimpact for patients and families across the South Georgian Bay region.

As a Resource Nurse, you will play an important role in supporting both our patients and your fellow nurses. This is an opportunity to lead by example, share your expertise, and help create a supportive and collaborative environment.

Why Choose Us

We invest in our Team. As a Resource you will earn $45.36 - $63.19 per hour.

Beyond your hourly wage you will also enjoy:

- Access to funding to support education that you want to pursue
- Time away from work matters. This position would earn 3 weeks vacation
- Your health and wellness are key. We offer a fulsome benefits package
- At this time this opportunity is scheduled 12-hour shifts – days, nights and weekends

As the successful applicant, you will do the following:

Patient Flow and Communication:

- Coordinate daily patient care activities and support staff in delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered care in accordance with hospital standards, policies and procedures.




- Develop and adjust nursing assignments using the CNO Three Factor Framework to support protected staffing and workload balance.
- Support the implementation and sustainability of new clinical protocols, policies, best practices and order sets.
- Monitor unit activity and patient movement to promote timely access to care and optimize patient flow.
- Foster strong collaborative relationships between all units and team members.
- Model and promote excellence in communication, customer service, and conflict resolutions when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Participate in and support interdisciplinary rounds, huddles and discharge planning discussions to facilitate coordination of care and discharge readiness.
- Champion initiatives that support patient flow, discharge planning, and length of stay optimization while maintaining a focus on quality and patient experience.
- Support staff in identifying and addressing barriers to discharge and transition planning.
- Ensure timely and effective communication of patient care concerns, operational issues, and key updates between shifts and care teams.

Clinical Practice:

- Act as a clinical resource and mentor to the nursing staff, support protected,



high-quality patient care
- Provide guidance and support in complex patient care situations and clinical decision making
- Promote best practices, professional standards, and organizational policies.
- Support staff developments through coaching, teaching, and role modelling.
- Facilitate effective communication and continuity of care across the interdisciplinary team.
- Lead and support daily huddles, rounds, and care planning discussions.
- Champion patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.

Non-Clinical Responsibilities:

- Support daily operations by coordinating staffing resources and adjusting assignments to meet patient care needs.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment through leadership and role modelling.
- Provide operational support and guidance to staff, addressing issues as they arise.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and the implementation of departmental and organisational priorities.
- Collaborate with leaders and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care, staff engagement, and unit performance.
- Contribute to the achievement of CGMH’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic goals.

What You’ll Bring

Required

- Current registration in positive standing as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Recent experience in acute care nursing.
- Demonstrated clinical expertise and strong clinical thinking skills.
- Proven ability to lead,

📌 Resource Nurse (Canada)
🏢 Collingwood-General-
📍 Canada