Registered Practical Nurse - 13 East

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Humber River Health is seeking a compassionate Registered Practical Nurse to join the Acute Medicine Unit, 13 East, with an evening shift. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, teamwork, and evidence-based practice within a supportive hospital environment.

The position supports mentorship for new hires and pre-graduate nursing students, with a focus on safety, documentation, and ongoing professional development at Humber River Health.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized RPN two year diploma program.
• Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to set priorities.
• Minimum 2 years of recent medical/geriatric experience is preferred.
• Adhere to hospital code of conduct.
• Advance Physical Assessment skills are required.

Responsibilities

• RPN responsibilities for general medicine, geriatric, ALC and palliative patient populations
• Coordination of care within an interprofessional team
• Perform electronic documentation on Meditech documentation system
• Participation in unit based projects or hospital committees as required
• Mentorship for new hires and pre-grad RPN nursing students

Education

Registered Practical Nursing diploma (two year)

Current RPN registration (Ontario)

BCLS certification

Excellent organizational skills

Critical thinking

Job description

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

Right now we’re looking for a Registered Practical Nurse to work in our Acute Medicine Unit, 13 East.

Are you a compassionate RPN who is focused on delivering high-quality, safe-care?

Employment Status: Permanent Full Time

Reporting Relationship: Manager, 13 / 14E

Hourly Rate: $38.893 - $39.458

Union Group: NOWU

Hours of work: 8 hour evening shift 15:30-23:30 hrs, rotating weekdays and weekends.

Location: Humber River Health – Wilson Site

Position Responsibilities:

• RPN responsibilities for general medicine, geriatric, ALC and palliative patient populations
• Coordination of care within an interprofessional team
• Perform electronic documentation on Meditech documentation system
• Participation in unit based projects or hospital committees as required
• Mentorship for new hires and pre-grad RPN nursing students

Qualifications:

• Graduate from a recognized Registered Practical Nursing two year diploma program
• Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS certification
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to set priorities
• Minimum 2 years of recent medical/geriatric experience is preferred
• Critical thinking and prioritization skills required
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to problem solve with the team
• Experience with patient health teaching
• Demonstrate competency in a variety of skills including (but not limited to), intramuscular injections, intravenous therapy initiation and discontinuation, Blood Transfusion, Wound Care Dressing, Medication Administration, etc.
• Demonstrate adherence to the hospital’s code of conduct
• Advance Physical Assessment skills are required
• Basic computer skills and Meditech experience is an asset
• Knowledge of community resources
• Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.