Registered Practical Nurse - Functional Enhancement Service

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Corporate discounts

On-site gym access

Job summary

University Health Network is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for West Park, in a permanent part-time role at 0.6 FTE. The position involves providing compassionate, collaborative nursing care within a multidisciplinary team, following nursing standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires valid Ontario nursing registration and a Practical Nursing diploma; neuroscience experience is preferred. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Diploma in Practical Nursing.
• Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Recent neuroscience nursing experience preferred.
• Neuroscience Nursing Certification an asset.
• Strong problem solving and decision making.
• Commitment to professional development and teamwork.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and hospital HIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope.
• Use current knowledge and team input to plan and implement care.
• Participate in inter-professional care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences.
• Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff on the unit.
• Participate in hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development.
• Commit to patient safety and comply with hospital policies to ensure a safe environment.

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

Company Description

UHN is Canada's #1 hospital and the world's #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN's vision is to build A Healthier World and it's only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

www.uhn.ca

Job Description

Union: SEIU

Replacement or New Position: Replacement

Number of Vacancies: 1

Site: West Park Healthcare Centre

Department: 2D - GFES & FSTH

Reports to: Manager, Program Services

Wage Range: $38.42 - $39.02 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement requirements)

Hours: 0.6 FTE

Shifts: Days/Evenings

Status: Permanent Part-Time

Closing Date: August 6, 2026

Position Summary

As a member of a multi-disciplinary Team, the Registered Practical Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession.

Duties

• Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice in the context of an interdisciplinary practice.
• Use current theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients and families
• Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences
• Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff on the unit
• Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
• Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications

• Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Diploma in Practical Nursing
• Recent related clinical experience in neuroscience nursing preferred
• Neuroscience Nursing Certification an asset
• Effective problem recognition, problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
• Demonstrated commitment to team success
• Resilience and effective coping strategies to manage change
• Demonstrated computer literacy in word processing and Electronic Patient Record/HIS systems
• Working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practice
• Evidence of satisfactory attendance and punctuality

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Department: West Park

Compensation: CAD 38.42 - CAD 39.02 - hourly