Registered Practical Nurse - Nephrology

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; 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 for the Nephrology unit at Charlton Campus.

The RPN will provide patient-centered care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring adherence to CNO standards and unit-specific competencies. Qualifications include active CNO registration, a Practical Nursing Diploma with IV administration training, and BCLS/HCP certification.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is required.
• Practical Nursing Diploma with evidence of IV medication administration in basic curriculum or IV administration certificate.
• BCLS/HCP certification required.
• Experience in nephrology/ureteral dialysis or related areas preferred.
• Ability to function at full scope of practice per CNO.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in the Nephrology unit in accordance with CNO standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to plan and implement care.
• Demonstrate patient-centered care and maintain documentation and workload priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Patient-centered care

Professional development

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

IV medication administration training

Practical Nursing Certificate (if applicable)

Job description

Position Details

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

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]).