Registered Practical Nurse - Med Rehab

St. Joseph; Hamilton; Sur place; CAD 50 000 - 55 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for the Medical Rehabilitation unit at Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown). The role involves caring for clients with preventive, therapeutic, palliative, and rehabilitation needs to promote optimal function.

Collaboration with RNs and a focus on geriatric rehab are essential. The ideal candidate holds a Practical Nursing Diploma with IV administration credentials, and must be registered with the College of Nurses of

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• Education in practical nursing with IV medication administration is required as specified.

Responsabilités

• Provide nursing care to promote health and rehabilitative outcomes.
• Collaborate with RNs and health care team to ensure safe care.
• Assess acuity changes and adjust care plan with supervision as needed.

Connaissances

Communication

Prioritization

Transfers & Lifts

Computers & Data Entry

Formation

Practical Nursing Diploma

IV Med Administration Certificate

Outils

MS Word

Patient Information Systems

Description du poste

Position DetailsJob Number:JR02607Department:Medical Rehabilitation 8 TowerThis position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)Job Type:Regular, Part 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:2026-10-27Closing Date:2026-11-03Job 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]).