Wanted: registered nurses, and more.
Chatham-Kent Health Alliance officials are holding their job fair April 11, with nurses at the top of the wish list.
However, Meredith Whitehead, vice-president and chief nursing executive at CKHA, said that’s not the only sector where staff are needed.
CKHA’s vacancy rate at the end of February sat at about 6.24 per cent, with the vacancy rate for registered nurses at about 8.7 per cent.
Whitehead said both figures are better than the provincial averages.
The job fair takes place from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bradley Centre on Richmond Street in Chatham.
Whitehead encourages people to attend.
“It’s the easiest gateway to discover the range of opportunities we have in our building,” she said. “People can come in and talk to leaders, front-line staff; all areas of the hospital will be represented.”
Aside from registered nurses, the health alliance is looking for ultrasound techs, medical lab assistants – “We have opportunities everywhere,” Whitehead said.
Lori Marshall, president and CEO of the CKHA, said they may be looking to fill immediate needs, but the CKHA also has an eye on the future.
“It’s a great opportunity for individuals who might be thinking about a career in health care to come out,” she said. “We are looking to fill positions for our current organization, and also to possibly inspire people for the future.”
