Registered Practical Nurse - Med Rehab

St. Joseph; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health System (SJHS) in Hamilton is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to deliver nursing care that promotes health, assesses rehabilitation needs, and supports preventive and palliative measures. Work involves collaboration with RPN/RN to ensure safe, effective care for less complex clients.

The role emphasizes communication with patients and families, adherence to nursing standards, and ongoing professional development within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Education in Practical Nursing with IV administration credentials as listed.
• BCLS certification and full scope nursing practice knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to promote health and assess care needs.
• Collaborate with RPN and RN to ensure safe, effective care.
• Support rehabilitation and geriatric care needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Problem solving

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

IV medication administration certificate

Practical Nursing Certificate

Tools

MS Word

Patient information systems

Data entry

Internet searches

Job description

Position DetailsJob Number:JR02333Department:Medical Rehabilitation 8 TowerThis position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)Job Type:Regular, Full timeContract Duration: (If applicable)0 monthsNumber of Positions:1Union:CUPE Local 786Hourly Rate (Min / Max):$36.63 - $39.8ScheduleWork Days:Monday to SundayTime of Day:Days, NightsShift:Hours -12Shift Start: (If applicable)AM 07:00, PM 19:00Reason for Posting:Posting is for a role with an existing vacancyApplication DatesOpening Date:2026-10-06Closing Date:2026-10-13Job DescriptionPosition Summary:The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides nursing care for clients to promote health and assess need for provision of care and treatment of health conditions by supportive preventive therapeutic palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal function. The RPN role models professional values beliefs and attributes and practices in accordance with the SJHH mission and values policies and procedures and College of Nurses Standards and Guidelines. A high level of collaboration between RPN and RN is required to ensure safe and effective care. The RPN provides care for less complex clients whose outcomes are more predictable and risk for negative outcomes is low. The RPN is accountable to recognize changes in acuity and/or complexity in client needs and consulting with a Registered Nurse (RN) in determining next steps in provision of care.Qualifications:•Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required.•Education in one of the below categories is required:a) Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited Community College program with evidence of IV medication administration as part of the basic educational curriculum.b) Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited Community College program and IV medication administration certificate from an accredited Community College program if not included in basic diploma curriculum.c) Practical Nursing Certificate from an accredited Community College program a medication administration certificate and an IV medication certificate from an accredited Community College program.•Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.•Demonstrated ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice per the College of Nurse of Ontario.•Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients/clients families and other members of the health care team.•Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work in response to client/patient needs.•Demonstrated knowledge of transfers and lifts.•Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning professional development and continuous quality improvement.•Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families.•Basic skill level with computers MS Word Internet searches data entry and patient information systems.•Good work performance and attendance record is essential.Medical Rehabilitation-specific Qualifications:•Previous nursing experience in rehabilitation required; additional previous clinical nursing experience in acute medical/surgical care settings preferred.•Demonstrated ability to work with patients with chronic respiratory conditions and interest in working with geriatric population preferred.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. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).