Registered Nurse (RN) - Belleville Emergency Room

Position Summary

The Belleville Emergency Department is a fast paced department with an average of 115 patients visits per day. We are the center for all ICU, Internal Medicine, Inpatient Surgery, Gyne. & Maternity. Belleville is also a Schedule One facility for Psychiatry. Our Team is made up of RN’s, RPN’s, Physician’s, Physician Assistant’s as well as a multidisciplinary team of Physio, OT & Allied Health, all of whom practice with our corporate values in mind. We provide an extensive orientation program including classroom & mentoring one on one with a preceptor. As a member of our team, you will have ongoing learning opportunities to expand your knowledge in an environment that is fast paced & always changing.

Required

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current certification in ACLS or proof of enrolment in a recertification course. You will be asked to provide a copy of your valid certificate at the time of hire/transfer.
• Current certification in ACLS, or a minimum BLS or CPR, or proof of enrolment in a recertification course.
• Completion of Coronary Care 1 or equivalent (ex. QHC Cardio Concepts).
• Minimum of 2 years of recent ER experience in the last 5 years as a Registered Nurse.
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload (Physical Demands Analysis available to review).

Duties

• Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, interpersonal and communication skills to assume incharge responsibility to function independently.
• Practices within the scope of professional, legal and ethical standards.
• Accountable to seek out and obtain education to enhance/improve practice.
• Formulates the plan of care in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Continuously assesses, monitors and evaluates data regarding the patients physical, emotional, and psycho-social status.
• Continuous analysis of data to formulate nursing response and interventions based on the patient/family wishes, priorities, and needs.
• Plans interventions in collaboration with the inter-professional care team to formulate an overall plan of care.
• Implements the established plan of care in collaboration with the inter-professional team using advanced skill and knowledge within his/her professional scope of practice.
• Evaluates patient outcomes in a manner consistent with independent and interdependent nursing functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most.

Located on the stunning Bay of Quinte, Belleville blends small-town charm with big-city perks—vibrant dining, festivals, waterfront adventures, scenic trails, and great shopping.

As the largest Quinte Health hospital, Belleville General Hospital (BGH) offers diverse opportunities across medicine, critical care, emergency, surgery, maternal-child care, mental health, rehab, and oncology. We collaborate regionally to provide top-tier care.

At BGH, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and team-driven environment. Newcomers learn from experienced professionals, fostering growth and a shared passion for making a real impact. Come be part of something amazing!

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength
• Required Occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds
Mobility
• Required Constantly – standing
• Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping
• Required Occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling
• Required Rarely – balancing, climbing
Dexterity
• Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion
• Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down)
• Required Rarely – foot action

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or [email protected] for assistance.