Registered Practical Nurse - Inpatient Surgery, 2Main

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP Pension Plan

Comprehensive benefits

Paid vacation

Training & development

Health & Wellness 360 Program

Hospital gym access

Job summary

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital in St. Thomas, ON is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for the Inpatient Surgery unit.

The role involves building therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, assessing health needs, planning, implementing and evaluating care, and delivering high-quality nursing in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate must be a registered RPN in good standing with COPN, hold current BLS, and demonstrate strong critical thinking, teamwork and

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse registered in Ontario in good standing.
• RPN certificate or equivalent experience to practice at full scope.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Proven assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation skills in acute medical nursing.
• Basic computer skills: Outlook, Cerner and Electronic Patient Record.
• Ability to administer IV medications with physician order.
• Flexibility to respond to a changing environment and commitment to development.
• Excellent attendance aligned with STEGH policy.
• Performance aligned with STEGH mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Assess health needs and plan, implement and evaluate care.
• Deliver nursing care in a fast-paced environment.
• Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety.
• Maintain documentation and adhere to policies.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

IV medication administration

Bulletin-like documentation

Education

RPN licensure (Ontario)

Tools

Cerner

Outlook

Electronic Patient Record

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse - Inpatient Surgery, 2Main

Regular Part Time St. Thomas, ON, CA

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1392

Salary Range: $40.12 To $40.53 Hourly

Posting Dates: September 14, 2026 - September 20, 2026

Are you a dedicated and skilled Registered Practical Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our dynamic healthcare team at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, where you will be essential in providing care to a wide range of patient populations, collaborating with a passionate group of professionals. We are looking for individuals committed to delivering the ultimate standard of care in a fast-paced, challenging and ever-changing environment.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

The RPN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through application of specialized knowledge, skill and judgement, both in assessing health needs and in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.

• Registered Practical Nurse, currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Registered Practical Nurse certificate or education and experience that allows the RPN to practice at full scope
• Current BLS Certification
• Proven assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation skills related to acute medical nursing with the ability to work independently, utilizing critical thinking skillset
• Basic computer skills (Outlook email, Cerner, Electronic Patient Record)
• Capability to administer medication inclusive of IV medication administration, with a physician’s order
• Ability to assess, adapt and respond within a constantly changing environment
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing/continuous professional development
• Excellent attendance record in alignment with STEGH’s attendance policy
• Acceptable performance record in alignment with STEGH’s mission, vision, values and code of conduct

WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE

• One (1) year of surgical experience within past three (3) years

HOURS

The successful candidate must be available to work all tours applicable to the department in accordance with the availability and non-availability requirements outlined in the OPSEU Service Collective Agreement. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Full-Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
• Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker
• Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions and much more!
• Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym
• An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse and talented workplace
• Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard

*This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization