Registered Practical Nurse - MCKC

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton, Brantford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton is seeking a highly motivated Registered Practical Nurse for the Multi-Care Kidney Clinic.

The role supports a busy multidisciplinary team across Hamilton and Brantford locations, delivering nursing care, education, and patient support for renal and related clinics. The position requires current RPN registration in Ontario, a provincially recognized nursing program, at least 1 year in renal/outpatient settings, and valid BCLS/HCP certification.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario
• Provincially recognized educational program for Registered Practical Nurses
• Minimum 1 year of experience in renal nursing
• Minimum 1 year of outpatient setting experience
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinic activities and plan/deliver nursing care.
• Assess and support patients and caregivers about health conditions and treatments.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary team to ensure timely, quality care.
• Adapt to changing workloads and prioritize patient needs.
• Maintain basic computer skills and patient information systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Provincially recognized educational program for RPN

Current registration with Ontario College of Nurses

Job description

Position Details

Position Details Job Number: JR02726 Department: Multi Care Kidney Clinic MCKC This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), St. Joseph’s Lifecare Centre (Brantford) Job Type: Regular, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: CUPE Local 786 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $36.63 - $39.8 Schedule Work Days: Monday to Friday Time of Day: Days Shift: Hours - 7.5 Shift Start: (If applicable) AM 08:00, AM 08:30, AM 09:00, AM 09:30 Reason for Posting: Posting is for a new role Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-11-12 Closing Date: 2026-11-19

Job Description

Unit Profile: The Multi-Care Kidney Clinic (MCKC) at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton is a multi-disciplinary clinic that provides care, support, and education to patients diagnosed with end stage renal disease. This busy clinic environment will see the Registered Practical Nurse working as a member of the interdisciplinary team in supporting a large and diverse clinic population at the Hamilton and Brantford clinic locations. In addition to supporting the MCKC, the Registered Practical Nurse supports the General Nephrology Clinics, including hypertension, pregnancy, onconephrology, glomerulonephritis, and transitional clinics. Position Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated Registered Practical Nurse to join our team. The Registered Practical Nurse is an integral part of the team responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the clinic by planning and delivering all nursing-related care within the clinic. The Registered Practical Nurse provides basic assessment and treatments in addition to preventative, educational and/or supportive care. The RPN assesses and supports patient and/or caregivers understanding of health condition and available treatment options. The Registered Practical Nurse promotes collaborative team practice amongst all disciplines and acts as a resource for all staff members, communicates effectively with members of the health care team on the unit and other patient care areas. The Registered Practical Nurse adapts to changing workloads while collaborating with colleagues regarding adjusting priorities. The Registered Practical Nurse facilitates the planning and coordinating of nursing care interventions with the delivery of interdisciplinary care.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required
• Successful completion of a provincially recognized educational program for Registered Practical Nurses required
• Minimum 1 year of previous experience in renal nursing required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an outpatient setting required
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice per the College of Nurse of Ontario. Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients/clients, families and other members of the health care team. Demonstrated ability to practice independently in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team. Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work in response to client/patient needs. Basic skill level with computers (e.g., Microsoft Office [Word, Outlook, etc.], internet browser searches, data entry and patient information systems). Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, professional development and continuous quality improvement. Excellent attendance record is required.

A resume describing further education, special courses and experience should accompany the application.

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people.

We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

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

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At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards.

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