Position Number: 240457-67
Position Available: Registered Nurse (Expeditor)
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Department: Emergency Department (ED)
Union: O.N.A.
Shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Extended Tours
Posting Date: Jun 1, 2026
Closing Date: Jun 8, 2026
Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on Jun 8, 2026
About Joseph Brant Hospital:
Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.
JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.
Unit Summary:
Metrics confirm that our Emergency Department is one of the top performing hospitals in the province. The Emergency Department is a 42-bed unit that serves the community of Burlington and the surrounding area. Last year, we had approximately 45,000 visits and our volume continues to grow. Our Emergency serves patients of all ages and treats patients of every medical and mental health illness. We have several different areas in our department that provide care specific to the needs of the patients in that area. Our PES unit (Psychiatric Emergency Services) is a unique 4-bed mental health unit in our department. Our dedicated multi-disciplinary team collaborate to provide safe, high quality care to our patient population. This ambitious team delivers care reflecting our values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence. The unit is supported by 24 hour Charge Nurses, a Professional Practice Educator and a Unit Manager. Joseph Brant Hospital is supportive of career development and professional growth, welcoming new graduates to experienced nurses. We are a friendly, supportive team working together in a fast paced environment with a common goal of delivering excellent patient and family centered care.
JBH inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.
Position Summary:
The Registered Nurse (Expeditor) - Emergency Department plays a key role in enhancing patient flow and supporting timely care within the Emergency Department. This position focuses on coordinating and expediting patient progression through the care continuum, supporting both inpatient transfer of accountability (TOA) processes and outpatient flow. The Expeditor also assists with EMS offload during periods of surge to help reduce offload times. Working collaboratively with the interprofessional team, this role contributes to safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.
Qualifications:
- Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
- Must have a minimum of two (2) years current or recent clinical experience in an Emergency Department
- Proven competency in triage, with experience in CTAS required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
- Coronary Care Nursing 1 required; must be obtained within 1 year of start date
- Demonstrated knowledge of Emergency Department flow, including both ambulatory and admitted patients
- Solid understanding of P4R metrics, EMS agreements, and key performance indicators
- Demonstrate the ability to competently assess patients, and intervene appropriately in a timely manner
- Demonstrate the knowledge, experience, and ability to provide care for patients with a variety of needs including but not limited to: initiation and maintenance of IV's, venipuncture, medication administration delivered via various routes, blood and blood product administration, patient controlled analgesia, capillary blood glucose monitoring, NG tubes, chest tubes, enteral feeds, wound management, oxygen therapy
- Proven ability to function effectively in emergency and high-pressure situations
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated effective documentation skills
- Ability to navigate and access hospital systems and resources effectively
- Utilizes effective and respectful communication skills when coordinating patient flow with ED physicians, team members, and other departments within the hospital
- Demonstrate a caring, compassionate, customer focused attitude toward patients and family
- Demonstrates a commitment to quality and patient safety, and the safety of self and co-workers
- Demonstrated alignment with the Mission, Vision, Values and the Care Commitment of JBH
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous education and learning for self and others
- Demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, availability, and performance
PLEASE NOTE: This assignment is subject to change based on the needs of the department.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.
Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [email protected] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.
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