Registered Practical Nurse - Haemodialysis Church

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Humber River Health’s Haemodialysis Nephrology Program at Church is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for a temporary part-time role. You’ll provide comprehensive hemodialysis care, educate patients, and support quality assurance initiatives.

The position requires a two-year RPN diploma with active registration, minimum 1–2 years acute care experience, and willingness to cover the Transition Care Unit as needed. Hourly rate ranges reflect provincial pay scales.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year RPN diploma program with current registration.
• Minimum 1–2 years acute care experience required.
• Hemodialysis experience preferred; nephrology knowledge is an asset.
• Ability to perform injections, IV therapy, wound care, and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide all aspects of care for hemodialysis patients with a primary nursing focus.
• Educate and follow up with hemodialysis patients and their families.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and department routines.
• May cover Transition Care Unit as scheduled by the manager.

Skills

RPN clinical skills

Hemodialysis experience

Patient education

Emergency readiness

Education

Registered Practical Nursing diploma (2 years)

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.

Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.

These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families.

This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.

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 are looking for a Registered Practical Nurse to work with our Haemodialysis, Nephrology Program at Church.

As an integral team member of the Nephrology Program, there is an opportunity to participate within the Program by utilizing a chronic disease prevention and management (CDPM) and self-management approach and philosophy, as the Program continues to achieve the deliverables under the Ontario Renal Network, and strives to achieve the targets of the Ontario Renal Plan 4:

• Empower and support patients to be active in their care
• Integrate patient care throughout the kidney care journey
• Improve patient access to kidney care

Employment Status: Temporary Part-timeDuration: October 2027

Reporting Relationship: Manager, Haemodialysis Unit (Church)

Hourly Rate: $38.893 - $39.458

Union Group: NOWU

Hours of work: Schedule is 7 days per week, 8 and 12 hour shifts.

Location: Humber River Health – Church

Position Responsibilities:

• All aspects of care for patients receiving hemodialysis with a primary nursing focus
• Providing education and follow-up to all hemodialysis patients
• Must participate in quality assurance activities
• All other RPN responsibilities set out by the department
• May be required to cover the Transition Care Unit as scheduled and assigned by manager

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
• Minimum one to two years acute care experience is required.
• Minimum one to two years Hemodialysis experience is preferred.
• Nephrology courses preferred or commitment to complete within an agreed period of time.
• 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.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments in a reasonable length of time;
• Demonstrated sound judgment, good observation and patient assessment skills, tact and empathy;
• Demonstrated ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations;
• Proven ability to perform a preceptorship role;
• Physically capable of performing the essential duties of the position;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Humber's comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff patient, and environmental safety, and participation in regular in-service education in this area
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills required
• Knowledge of a second language as asset
• Basic computer skills and Meditech experience is an asset
• 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 delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. We are proud to have been recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. Wesupport 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 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 recognizethat 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.