Registered Practical Nurse, Acute Care (Temporary, Part-Time)

Northumberland Hills Hospital; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Ontario seeks a Registered Practical Nurse for a temporary part-time role. The RPN will provide patient care as part of a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must be registered with the College of Nurses, have BCLS certification, and possess the ability to perform advanced nursing skills. Experience in medical/surgical units is preferred. This role offers competitive hourly pay and requires adherence to health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must be currently registered with the College of Nurses.
• BCLS certification required.
• Completion of Coronary Care Course 1 within 6 months.
• Must perform additional nursing skills as needed.
• Prior experience in a medical/surgical unit is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients assigned as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Use nursing process effectively.
• Follow safe and healthy work practices.

Skills

Registered with the College of Nurses

Current BCLS

Coronary Care Course 1 or completion within 6 months

Ability to perform added nursing skills

Experience in a medical/surgical unit

Job description

Overview

Reference # 00974 | Posted Friday, September 26th, 2025 at 12:00am | Scope: Public Applications Accepted | Position: Registered Practical Nurse | Department: Acute Care | Term: Temporary, Part-Time | Pay: $35.54 - $38.16 hourly as per the CUPE Collective Agreement | Application Deadline: Friday, October 3rd, 2025 at 12:00am

VALUES AND COMMITMENT: At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First, and our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via [e-mail]. We do not use artificial intelligence in our hiring process.

LOCATION AND ABOUT NHH: Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH delivers a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. Acute services include emergency and intensive care, medical/surgical care, obstetrical care and palliative care. Post-acute specialty services (PASS) include restorative care and rehabilitation. Mental health care, cancer and supportive care, dialysis and other ambulatory care clinics are offered on an outpatient basis through partnerships with regional centres and nearby specialists. NHH offers a full range of diagnostic services, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and mammography. The hospital serves the catchment area of west Northumberland County. A mixed urban and rural population of approximately 67,000 residents, west Northumberland comprises the Town of Cobourg, the Municipality of Port Hope, Alderville First Nation and the townships of Hamilton, Cramahe and Alnwick/Haldimand. NHH employs more than 850 people and relies on the additional support provided by physicians, midwives and volunteers. NHH is an active member of Ontario Health (East) and the Ontario Health Team of Northumberland. For more information, please visit nhh.ca or follow us on Facebook @northumberlandhillshosp, and LinkedIn Northumberland Hills Hospital.

Role Overview: Reporting to the Patient Care Manager – as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, the RPN uses the nursing process to provide care to a patient or group of patients as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently registered with the College of Nurses
• Current BCLS
• Current Coronary Care Course 1 or completion within 6 months
• Able to perform added nursing skills as required
• Previous experience in a medical/surgical unit an asset
• Follows safe and healthy work practices and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, use of established reporting mechanisms for injuries, illness and hazards and adherence to health and safety related policies and procedures

Employment Requirements

Successful applicants are required to provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, completed within the last year, within the first sixty (60) days of employment. Additionally, successful applicants are required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process, including providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff. Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts or all of the hiring process virtually. We are a scent-free environment; please refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances when attending the hospital.

We thank all those who express interest in this exciting position; due to high volumes of interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.