Registered Practical Nurse - Nephrology

St. Joe's; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joe's in Hamilton (Charlton Campus) is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for its nephrology unit. The role requires current CNO registration and a practical nursing diploma with IV administration training.

Work is in person on a regular full-time schedule with day shifts and a collaborative multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving, and patient-centred care, with experience in medical/surgical settings and nephrology preferred.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Practical Nursing Diploma with evidence of IV medication administration in curriculum
• IV medication administration certificate if not included in diploma
• Practical Nursing Diploma with medication administration training
• Current BCLS/HCP certification
• Minimum 8 months nursing experience in medical/surgical setting
• Preference for nephrology/urology/peritoneal/hemodialysis/transplant experience
• Ability to practice to full scope per CNO
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to patient-centred care

Responsibilities

• Provide care to clients who are individuals or groups, including family members and significant others.
• Incorporate CNO and unit standards into nursing practice.
• Seek consultation with RN or Charge Nurse when situations exceed scope of practice.

Skills

CNO registration

IV medication administration

BCLS/HCP

Teamwork & communication

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma (accredited college)

Practical Nursing Certificate + IV cert

Job description

## Registered Practical Nurse - NephrologyApply: In-Person: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown): Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 21, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR02061**Position Details****Job Number:**JR02061**Department:**Nephrology**This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:**Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)**Job Type:**Regular, Full 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 Sunday**Time of Day:**Days**Shift:**Hours -12 **Shift Start: (If applicable)**AM 07:00 **Reason for Posting:**Posting is for a new role**Application Dates****Opening Date:**2026-09-30**Closing Date:**2026-10-07**Job Description****Position Summary:** The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for incorporating the College of Nurses of Ontario and unit specific standards and competencies into nursing practice and is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. The RPN is accountable individually for their decisions and actions. The RPN will seek consultation with the RN or Charge Nurse in client situations that are beyond their scope of practice. The Registered Practical Nurse provides care to clients who are individuals or groups of individuals including family members and significant others. **Qualifications:** -Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required AND -Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited college program with evidence of IV medication administration as part of the basic educational curriculum OR -Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited college program and IV medication administration certificate from an accredited college program if this content was not included in the basic diploma educational curriculum OR -Practical Nursing Certificate from an accredited college program a medication administration certificate and an IV medication administration certificate from an accredited college program-Practical Nursing Diploma required -Current BCLS/HCP certification required -Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families -Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred -Minimum of 8 months nursing experience in a medical/surgical setting required -Previous experience in nephrology urology peritoneal or hemodialysis or transplant nursing will be given preference -Completion of Epidural/PCA pain management therapy course -Ability to function to the full scope of practice as per the College of Nurses of Ontario -Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively maintain good interpersonal relationships and set own workload priorities -Committed to patient centred care -Demonstrated problem-solving and organization skills and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team -Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuing education -Good work performance and attendance record are essential