Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation.

Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond.

Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion!  To learn more about CMH, please visit our website at www.cmh.org.

Why Should You Apply to CMH?

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Group benefits, including health and dental, for full-time employees
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Leadership and Quality Improvement Curriculum
• Career Development & Education Grant
• Wellness, & Wellbeing Program
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.

Cambridge Memorial Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace.  All reasonable accommodation will be made to support participation in the recruitment process.  Where needed, accommodations for disabilities will be provided, on request, to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.

Cambridge Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome all applicants, including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Applicants may make requests for accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process by contacting Human Resources

Salary range $39.07 - $56.00

As an instrumental member of the Mental Health Program, the Registered Nurse (RN) must be able to provide direct and indirect patient care including assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, cognitive, and behaviour skills. The RN will provide care to patients in the Day hospital and provide consultations to other medical units within the hospital for patients requiring a psychiatric assessment. The RN will respond to referrals and consultations by assessing patients and developing safety and other treatment plans; identify problem areas; establish measureable goals and objectives for patients. The RN will implement treatment as needed and document all findings, interventions, and outcomes. The RN will participate in multidisciplinary rounds and discharge planning as well as liaising with community agencies for services required post discharge. The RN will lead or participate in psycho educational groups with other professions for patients in the Day Hospital. The successful incumbent must have experience working with the severely and persistently mentally ill population. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

One (1) full-time Registered Nurse position to work Monday through Friday.

Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.

Skills and Qualifications

• Candidates must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Baccalaureate degree is essential; Master’s degree preferred.
• Must have CNA Mental Health Certification.
• Must have excellent clinical assessment skills.
• Must have extensive experience organizing and facilitating groups i.e. CBT, DBT etc.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team  
• Must have a good understanding of current legislation related to; Mental Health Act, Healthcare Consent Act, Substitute Decisions Act and Privacy Act.
• Excellent mental health assessment skills and ability to conduct and document formal biopsychosocial assessments
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and community-based resources
• Must be able to work in a collaborative team model that includes the patient, family, and other care givers
• Organizational skills and the ability to work independently are necessary
• Demonstrates and role models an awareness of and commitment to personal and professional development
• Keyboarding and Meditech knowledge would be a definite asset
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required

The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation.  Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated within two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.  

Cambridge Memorial Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace.  All reasonable accommodation will be made to support participation in the recruitment process.  Where needed, accommodations for disabilities will be provided, on request, to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.

CMH Inclusion Statement

At Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), community matters to us. We acknowledge and are grateful for the opportunity to meet, work and offer healthcare on what is the traditional territories for the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee and the Chinnonton.

We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace; one that generates belonging.  We want a work culture where people are free to express their authentic selves and are able to bring their best daily. That includes a workplace that is free from violence, harassment and discrimination of any kind.

We welcome all applicants and encourage members of equity-deserving groups including Indigenous and LGBTQ2SIA+ communities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, neurodiversity or physical ability.  We promise to ask if needed, and to provide reasonable accommodation to you during the recruitment and selection process to ensure an equitable experience.

To support all of us in this journey, Cambridge Memorial Hospital is an employee partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion (CCDI) and provides access to all CMH members to CCDI resources and education. We encourage you to reflect upon our inclusive commitment to you as we welcome and encourage you to explore a promising future career at CMH.

Mari Iromoto Executive Champion Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Susan Toth, Director of Human Resources

We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) proudly integrates AI-based technologies into its applicant screening process to enhance recruitment. These tools are designed to reduce bias and uphold fair hiring practices based on skills, education, and experience. CMH’s AI serves to assist, not replace, human decision-making, with results audited to ensure quality and equity. This initiative reinforces the hospital’s  commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, ensuring the best talent is selected while adhering to its core values.