Registered Practical Nurse

The Ottawa Hospital; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned healthcare facility in Ottawa is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to provide world-class care in a supportive environment. Candidates should have relevant experience, effective communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing education. This position offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined Benefit Pension plan

Health and Wellness resources

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) months of recent related RPN experience.
• Ability to participate as an active member of the health care team.
• Understanding of aseptic technique and relevant application in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Participate in patient teaching and health care team activities.
• Practice safe medication administration in a clinical setting.
• Provide world-class care and compassionate service to patients.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Knowledge of safe medication administration

Patient teaching

Education

Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Current BCLS

Job description

About The Ottawa Hospital

If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading‑edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient safety as we are, we would like to hear from you. Please submit an on‑line application for the position you are interested in. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.

Rotation/Shifts

Days and nights, including weekends, 12 hour shifts (07:15-19:15, 19:15-07:15).

For information purposes only - The Hospital reserves the right to change.

Basic Requirements

• Minimum three (3) months of recent related RPN experience;
• Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Current BCLS;
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles of safe medication administration and ability to practice this in a clinical setting;
• Demonstrates theoretical knowledge of the care of the General Medicine/Surgical/Rehabilitation patient and an ability to apply this knowledge in a clinical setting;
• Demonstrates the ability to participate as an active member of the health care team;
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in an oral and a written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines;
• Identifies a commitment to personal continuing education;
• Demonstrates the ability to participate in self evaluation;
• Demonstrates a desire and ability to participate in patient teaching;
• Demonstrates an understanding of the application and relevance of the Quality Assurance Program and participates in unit activities;
• Demonstrates an understanding of aseptic technique and an ability to apply this knowledge in a clinical setting;
• Able to perform all tasks related to this position;
• Eligible to work in Canada.

What You Can Expect From Us

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world‑class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services.

The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in‑house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

Interested? Apply today!

If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading‑edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient security as we are, we would like to hear from you. Please submit an on‑line application for the position you are interested in. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact [e-mail].