Registered Practical Nurse - Medicine (GMCH)

Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA); Fergus; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Fergus, Ontario, is seeking a temporary part-time Registered Practical Nurse for the Medicine unit. This role requires current registration with the Ontario College of Nurses and BCLS certification, along with strong communication and assessment skills. The salary ranges from $34.58 to $35.98 per hour. Ideal candidates are available for various shifts and demonstrate the ability to work in a team-based, multidisciplinary setting. Interested applicants must apply online with a resume by February 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse must have current registration with the Ontario College of Nurses.
• Must hold current BCLS certification.
• Require IV course and Med Administration within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care in a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate physical assessment skills.
• Ensure satisfactory attendance and performance.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Physical Assessment

Collaboration

Lifelong Learning

Team Player

Education

Current Registration with Ontario College of Nurses

Current BCLS Certification

IV Administration Course

Job description

January 27, 2026

GROVES MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-20

REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - MEDICINE

(TEMPORARY PART TIME)

One (1) temporary part time Registered Practical Nurse opportunity is available on Medicine at Groves Memorial Community Hospital.

This position is unionized with UNIFOR, Local 1106.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Registration with the Ontario College of Nurses
• Current BCLS certification
• Updated IV course and IV Med Administration – mandatory within 3 months of hire
• Demonstrated Physical Assessment skills
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Experience in working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting
• Demonstrated lifelong learner
• Team player
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

HOURS

• Must be available for day, evening and night shifts; as per department schedule

SALARY

• $34.58 - $35.98 per hour

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ by 4:00pm on February 4, 2026.

INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.

EXTERNAL applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Groves Memorial Community Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.