2600002171 - Registered Practical Nurse

Lakeridge Health; Ajax; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for a temporary full-time role in Acute Medicine (2W). The successful candidate will provide patient care, monitor vitals, administer medications, and support telemetry and equipment setup.

The position involves 12-hour shifts across days/evenings/nights/weekends, within a multidisciplinary, family-centred care team. A strong nursing foundation and compassionate communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse.
• RPN Diploma from an accredited community college.
• CPR at basic Cardiac Life Support level.
• Current CPR/BCLS certificate.
• Health Assessment course from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 1 year medical/surgical unit experience.
• Coronary Care 1 course or agreement to complete within 6 months of hire.
• Complete in-house arrhythmia quiz within 6 weeks of CC1.
• Continuing education in neurology, nephrology, oncology, and palliative care.
• Demonstrated patient education and care outcome knowledge.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in a multidisciplinary family-centred environment.
• Provide personal patient care, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and set up equipment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Documentation skills

Ability to work under stress

Patient education

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college

Current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse

Status: Temporary Full Time (9 months)

Department: Acute Medicine (2W)

Program: Medicine

12 Hour Shifts; Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekends (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering

Wage Schedule: $36.950 - $39.020 per hour

Posting Reference: 2600002171 (Subsequent)

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 20 August 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 25 August 2026.

Description

Reporting to Manager of Inpatient Medicine, the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning implementation and evaluating nursing care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centred care environment. The Registered Practical Nurse will be responsible for personal patient care, vital signs, physical assessment, administration of medications, monitoring IV’s, monitoring telemetry, setting up medical equipment as appropriate and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse;
• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college;
• Competent to perform CPR at a basic Cardiac Life Support level;
• Current CPR/BCLS certificate;
• Health Assessment course from a recognized institution or equivalent course;
• Current employment experience in medical/surgical units (minimum 1 yr);
• Coronary Care 1 course from a recognized institution, or agreement to complete the course within 6 months of hire;
• Successfully complete in-house arrhythmia quiz within 6 weeks of completion of the CC1 course;
• Physical Assessment Course, an asset;
• Evidence of continuing education in neurology, nephrology, oncology, and palliative care, an asset;
• Demonstrated skills in providing patient education and sharing knowledge of expected outcomes and care;
• Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community;
• Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound judgement;
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public; and
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient, and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.