Registered Practical Nurse

St. Joseph's Health Care London; London; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health Care London is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for the Palliative Care Unit at Parkwood Institute Main in London, Ontario.

This full-time role offers a salary range of hourly $39.96–$40.37 and requires flexibility to cover weekends and statutory holidays. Applicants must hold an RPN certificate with the College of Nurses of Ontario, with pharmacology knowledge, CPR certification, and experience in palliative care.

Qualifications

• Current RPN certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration.
• Valid CPR certificate.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals Palliative Care course or ability to complete within 12 months.
• Registered to attend the CAPCE course and complete within 24 months.
• Successful completion of a nursing competency test.
• Experience with palliative care nursing needs and patient care responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong teamwork and flexibility.

Skills

Safety culture

Pharmacology knowledge

Medication administration

CPR certified

Nursing assessment

Communication skills

Team player

Time management

Education

RPN certificate of competence (Ontario)

Fundamentals Palliative Care

CAPCE course registration

Job description

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Note: EFFECTIVE March 1, 2025 all external PSW (Personal Support Worker) hires will be required to be registered with https://hscpoa.com/public/public-register

Oct 02, 2026

CARING FOR THE BODY, MIND & SPIRIT SINCE 1869

Palliative Care
Parkwood Institute Main - London, ON
Full Time
Salary Range: $39.96 - $40.37 /hour

It is understood that the hours of work reflect the current scheduling arrangements and are subject to change as determined by the Employer. Flexibility is required to cover all shifts including weekends and statutory holidays.

The Palliative Care Unit is comprised of 18 beds and is part of the Complex Care Program. The Unit provides pain and symptom management and end of life care for patients with a life limiting illness. Our interdisciplinary team provides a holistic and collaborative approach to care, focusing on the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of our patients. Our ultimate goal is to earn the complete confidence of our patients and their families by providing exceptional care that meets their individualized care needs. We value respect, excellence, and compassion and consistently demonstrate these values in our interactions with our patients, families, and coworkers.

Essential Qualifications

• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
• Current RPN certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration
• Valid CPR certificate
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals Palliative Care course or ability to successfully complete within 12 months
• Registered to attend the CAPCE course and ability to successfully complete within 24 months
• Successful completion of a nursing competency test
• Experience and knowledge of the nursing care needs of the palliative care patient
• Must be capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships and be able to work as an effective team member
• Demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills
• Superior communication skills both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Ability to apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset
• Successful completion of CAPCE

Teaching and Research

• St Josephs Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing