Company Bio
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.
Quinte Health’s four hospitals are the heart of our communities, delivering exceptional care close to home. As one unified team, we’re passionate about improving lives and expanding access to high-quality healthcare. Our staff, physicians, and volunteers don’t just work here—we live, grow, and thrive here. If you’re compassionate and driven, we have exciting opportunities across our hospitals. Join us and make a real impact!
Position Summary
The DVSARP Nurse provides specialized, trauma-informed care to pediatric and adult survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence. Responsibilities include medical assessments, forensic evidence collection, documentation in alignment with provincial standards, and collaboration with community partners. This position includes on-call duties to support Quinte Health’s 24/7 regional response across all sites.
Required
- Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Current certification in BCLS or CPR, 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.
- 1 year of emergency room nursing experience
- Previous experience supporting patients affected by domestic violence and/or sexual assault in a hospital or community-based program.
- Completion of relevant DVSARP training within the past 5 years, or willingness to complete within 6 months of hire.
- Completion of Indigenous Cultural and 2SLGBTQI+ Awareness and Trauma-Informed Care training within the past 5 years, or willingness to complete within 1 year of hire.
- Demonstrated ability to complete physical and mental health assessments.
- Demonstrated competency in performing venipuncture.
- Commitment to completing 40 hours of forensic nursing training following the orientation period.
- Willingness to complete additional education related to intimate partner violence and sexual assault.
- Willingness to commit to the DVSARP team for a minimum of two years following forensic nurse training.
- Availability for 72 hours of on-call shifts per month, including a minimum of 24 hours on weekends.
- Capable of managing a physically demanding workload (Physical Demands Analysis available for review).
Duties
- Provision of comprehensive medical care to paediatric and adult survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence.
- Collection and documentation of forensic evidence.
- Documentation in accordance with provincial standards and guidelines.
- Collaborate with community partners as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Attendance in court may be required.
- Must demonstrate an understanding of the systemic nature of violence against women and children.
- Work under medical directives.
- On-call coverage required as part of the position to support a 24/7 service response across all four Quinte Health sites.
- Willingness to submit six weeks’ availability for on-call shifts to the Manager, two weeks prior to the creation of the next schedule.
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.
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
