Registered Practical Nurse - General Surgery

Joseph Brant Hospital; Burlington; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ontario, is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for the General Surgery team (5S200) at 0.2 FTE. The role requires current RPN registration and BCLS, with surgical nursing experience and strong patient/family teaching skills.

The position offers a regular part-time schedule including days, evenings, nights and weekends. The hospital emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork within an interdisciplinary setting, and provides opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse.
• Current BCLS certification (Level C).
• Must have started Coronary Care 1 within 1 year of start date.
• Must have current or recent clinical experience within the last 2 years in surgical nursing in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrated patient/family teaching skills.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality and availability.
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality and patient safety, as well as the safety of self and co-workers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources required for effective patient care and discharge planning.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Patient/family teaching

Attendance & punctuality

Safety & quality

Discharge planning knowledge

Professional development

Conflict resolution

Wound care basics

Vascular access

Stoma management

Blood product administration

Pain management

Enteral/parenteral nutrition

Nasogastric tube care

Education

Certificate of Registration with CN Ontario as RPN

BCLS certification (Level C)

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse - General Surgery (5S200) - RPT (0.2 FTE) (250087-67)

Position Available:Registered Practical Nurse
Status: Regular Part Time (0.2 FTE) - this position falls under the Part-Time Collective Agreement.
Department: Surgery - General Surgery (5S200)
Union: C.U.P.E.
Shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Extended Tours

Rate of Pay: $37.15/hr - $39.02/hr

Posting Date: September 11, 2026

Closing Date: September 18, 2026

Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on September 18, 2026.

About Joseph Brant Hospital:

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca .

Qualifications:

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse.
• Current BCLS certification (Level C).
• Must have started Coronary Care 1 within 1 year of start date.
• Must have current or recent clinical experience within the last 2 years in surgical nursing in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrated patient/family teaching skills.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality and availability.
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality and patient safety, as well as the safety of self and co-workers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources required for effective patient care and discharge planning.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively address / resolve issues including conflict in a respectful and productive manner.
• Demonstrated satisfactory performance of the following nursing skills:
  • Complex wound care/ Suture & staple Removal; experience with VAC dressings is an asset.
  • Vascular Access skills
  • Stoma Management
  • Blood and blood product administration
  • Acute Pain Management strategies
  • Enteral and parenteral nutrition
  • Nasogastric tube and drain care knowledge

Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [e-mail] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.