Registered Nurse, Childbirth

Summary

Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Childbirth department. This temporary, unscheduled, part-time position is expected to last until approximately August 2028. The role involves providing and coordinating care for antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum patients and neonates within a family-centered care framework, while ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must hold a current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario and current BCLS. Two years of recent experience in Surgery/Medicine/Emergency nursing is mandatory, with perinatal nursing experience being preferred. Additional preferred qualifications include completion of or enrollment in a perinatal certificate course or CNA Perinatal Certification, current NRP Provider status, completion of an 18-hour in-person breastfeeding course, and a Fetal Health Surveillance course. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential, as is a commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning.