Registered Nurse - SADV

Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) At BCHS, we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care . As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, we serve with purpose, passion, and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us. Brantford General Hospital – Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services. The Willett in Paris – Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services, supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey. With over 130 years of service, BCHS is evolving with a renewed focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on quality care, connected teams, and a healthy future for our patients, our people, and our community. Our culture is shaped by our core values and pillars. Core Values Four Pillars Be Bold and Courageous Commit to Excellence Champion Equity Be Trustworthy Patient‑First People‑Centred Partnership‑Based Progress‑Focused Why Choose BCHS? Investing in You – Access to a centralized education fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities. Flexible Scheduling – Within a standard work week. Career Growth – Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development. Predictable Work Locations – Stability and consistency in your work environment. Collaborative Team Culture – Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting. Employee Wellness Matters – Peer Support Team, wellness committee, free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families. Commitment to Safety – Comprehensive safety programs for all. Competitive Compensation and Benefits – Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards, reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent pension plan. Diversity & Inclusion – We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring, retention, and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits, policies, and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma‑informed policies that support mental well‑being. Recognition & Rewards – Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and corporate committee. Community Impact – Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day. Choose Civility – Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace, as individuals treat one another—and the communities we serve—with dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness, setting clear expectations, and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do. Position Summary Reporting to the Clinical Manager of the Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence program, the SADV Nurse provides trauma‑informed, evidence‑based forensic care for all persons who have experienced sexual abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence and/or sexual exploitation through human trafficking. They support high quality, safe, effective care in a consensual partnership with patients, in accordance with the OHA Standards for Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence and the College of Nurses of Ontario standards and BCHSYS mission, vision, values and policies. The SADV Nurse provides forensic nursing care and formally practices as the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners on the SADV team, for the hospital and its community. They advocate for the best forensic nursing practice that is inclusive, equitable and culturally competent by building collaborative interprofessional and intersectoral relationships. Mandatory Qualifications Graduate of an accredited college or university nursing program. Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training an asset. Core Competencies Exceptional interpersonal and written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated understanding and application of an anti‑oppressive, person‑centred models of care, including Indigenous and other culturally safe approaches. Self‑directed individual with the ability to work both independently and as a part of an inter‑professional team. Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development in nursing. Creative problem solver with demonstrated use of solution‑focused approaches. Demonstrates commitment to exceptional customer service with patients, families, staff, colleagues and community partners. Demonstrated critical thinking skills. Able to provide care based on an intersectional feminist understanding of violence, which recognizes the embedded social, cultural and systemic balances within society that promote and maintain violence. Ability to appropriately prioritize competing demands in a rapidly changing environment. Ability to establish positive and proactive work relationships with external partners. Experience with mentoring student learners and coaching colleagues. Demonstrated excellence in patient holistic nursing assessment and care planning. Reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts. Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions. Preferred Competencies Member of RNAO. Experience working with individuals who have experienced Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence clients. Experience working with marginalized populations using trauma‑informed and harm reduction principles. Current experience performing speculum exams, vaginal and pelvic exams and venipuncture. Current experience providing crisis counselling to victims of trauma. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life, including people of all genders, sexual orientations, racial and ethnic backgrounds, Indigenous identities, abilities, and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care. We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please inform us when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity. AI Use in Hiring Brant Community Healthcare System does not use artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or algorithms to screen, assess, or rank candidates during the hiring process; all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brant Community Healthcare System