Registered Practical Nurse

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Dundas; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) in Dundas is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for the Reactivation Care Centre (RCC) Medical Unit. You will deliver nursing care, assess patient needs, and collaborate with RNs to ensure safe, effective rehabilitation for older adults.

The role emphasizes mobility, function, and person-centered care. The position requires Practical Nursing education with IV medication administration, BCLS/HCP certification, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current BCLS/HCP certification required.
• Education in Practical Nursing with IV medication administration coursework.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and health team.
• Ability to set priorities and organize work.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to promote health and function.
• Assess needs and collaborate with RN for care decisions.
• Support rehabilitation and reactivation goals in older adults.

Skills

BCLS/HCP certification

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Nursing assessment

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma (with IV meds coursework)

Practical Nursing Certificate (IV meds)

Diploma or Certificate in Practical Nursing (Ontario)

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Position Details

Job Number: JR02461
Department: Reactivation Care Centre RCC Medical Unit
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Reactivation Care Centre Dundas
Job Type: Regular, Full time
Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months
Number of Positions: 1
Union: CUPE Local 786
Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $36.63 - $39.8
Schedule Work Days: , Holidays, Monday to Sunday, Weekends
Time of Day: Days, Nights
Shift: Hours -12, Rotating Shift Start: (If applicable) AM 07:00, PM 19:00
Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy
Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-10-15 Closing Date: 2026-10-22

Unit Profile

The Reactivation Care Centre (RCC) is a specialized short‑stay program that supports patients who no longer require acute medical hospital care but need focused rehabilitation before returning home or transitioning to another care setting. Our interdisciplinary team delivers goal‑directed assessment, treatment, and functional reactivation to prevent deconditioning and ensure safe, effective transitions. Grounded in unstoppable compassion, the RCC team works collaboratively to help patients with diverse needs achieve optimal wellness in a purpose‑designed environment that promotes mobility, engagement, and recovery. The unit plays a key role in enhancing patient outcomes, improving system flow, and supporting a dignified, person‑centred care experience.

Position Summary

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides nursing care for clients to promote health and assess need for provision of care and treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventive, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal function. The RPN role models professional values, beliefs and attributes, and practices in accordance with the SJHH mission and values, policies and procedures, and College of Nurses Standards and Guidelines. A high level of collaboration between RPN and RN is required to ensure safe and effective care. The RPN provides care for less complex clients whose outcomes are more predictable and risk for negative outcomes is low. The RPN is accountable to recognize changes in acuity and/or complexity in client needs and consulting with a Registered Nurse (RN) in determining next steps in provision of care.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required.
• Education in one of the below categories is required: a) Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited Community College program with evidence of IV medication administration as part of the basic educational curriculum. b) Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited Community College program and IV medication administration certificate from an accredited Community College program if not included in basic diploma curriculum. c) Practical Nursing Certificate from an accredited Community College program, a medication administration certificate and an IV medication certificate from an accredited Community College program.
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required.
• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families.
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice per the College of Nurse of Ontario.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients/clients, families and other members of the health care team.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work in response to client/patient needs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of transfers and lifts.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement.
• Basic skill level with computers, MS Word, Internet searches, data entry and patient information systems.
• Excellent work performance and attendance record is essential.

Reactivation Care Centre (RCC)-specific Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year recent related clinical nursing experience working with older adult, dementia, and cognitively impaired patient populations preferred #SJHHjobs

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]). At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards. Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed! Dignity. Respect. Service. Justice. Responsibility. Enquiry.