Perioperative RPN Scrub Specialist - Ambulatory OR

Kingston Health Sciences Centre; Kingston; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Kingston Health Sciences Centre is seeking a Perioperative Registered Practical Nurse (PT) to join the Ambulatory OR team. The RPN/ORT will scrub, assist with instrument handling, and support safe, efficient patient care under perioperative protocols.

The successful candidate will be a graduate of an accredited PRN program, registered with the CNO, and possess strong communication, teamwork and multitasking skills for a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RPN diploma program.
• Graduate of an RPN - Perioperative Nursing Certificate program.
• Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Excellent communication skills and high initiative.
• CPR & First Aid, WHMIS.
• Medical Terminology.
• Computer knowledge / procedure pick lists.

Responsibilities

• Scrub duties and assist in preparing instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Ensure asepsis and safety in setup, procedure, and post-case handling.
• Assist with lifting and transporting patients as needed.
• Support teamwork and patient care within the perioperative team.
• Advocate for patients and maintain respectful care by all team members.
• Participate in full scope of RPN perioperative duties in the Operating Room.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Decision making

Problem identification

Initiative

Patient advocacy

Education

RPN Diploma

RPN Perioperative Nursing Certificate

CNO Registration

Tools

Computer knowledge / procedure pick lists

Job description

Kingston Health Sciences Centre is seeking a Perioperative Registered Practical Nurse (PT) to join the Ambulatory OR team. The RPN/ORT will scrub, assist with instrument handling, and support safe, efficient patient care under perioperative protocols.

The successful candidate will be a graduate of an accredited PRN program, registered with the CNO, and possess strong communication, teamwork and multitasking skills for a fast-paced surgical environment.