Registered Practical Nurse, Operating Room

Sinai Health System; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Toronto is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for their Operating Room. The ideal candidate will have experience in a perioperative setting and be responsible for various surgical nursing tasks, contributing to patient care. Candidates should hold a valid RPN certificate and have completed a perioperative nursing program with a focus on professional growth and learning in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

Educational opportunities

Professional development programs

State-of-the-art technology in surgical settings

Qualifications

• Current RPN certificate of registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in the Perioperative setting.
• Successful completion of a post diploma Perioperative Nursing Certificate program.

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of the scrub nurse.
• Contribute to the patient assessment process.
• Implement patients’ plan of care.

Skills

Excellent health and clinical assessment skills

Quality patient-focused care

Effective time-management

Problem solving and critical thinking

Communication and interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Diploma from a CNO-approved practical nursing program

Current RPN certificate

Post diploma Perioperative Nursing Certificate program

Tools

Electronic health records

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

Registered Practical Nurse, Operating Room - (13269)

Job Details

• Job Type: Regular Full Time
• Organizational Department: NOW - Service
• Location: Mount Sinai Hospital Campus - Toronto, ON M5G 1X5 CA (Primary)
• Travel Requirement: Available for all shifts (days, weekends and stat holidays)
• Hours (subject to change)
• Salary Scale: CAD $36.57- $37.79 per hour (2025 NOWU US13 RPN)

Job Description

Are you a Registered Practical Nurse looking to take your surgical skills to the next level? Mount Sinai Hospital's Operating Room (OR) is the place for you! Our recently redeveloped facility provides a unique opportunity to develop specialized technical skills related to surgical procedures, instrumentation, and equipment.

Not only will you have a direct impact on patient outcomes, but you\'ll also have the chance to broaden your experience beyond the traditional scrub nurse role. By joining our team you will learn to second-circulate and rotate through various surgical services.

Is this you?

You value professional growth and development - that\'s why joining a team that prioritizes learning is crucial to your success. Mount Sinai, being both a clinical care center and a teaching hospital, understands this well. Mount Sinai Hospital offers an array of educational opportunities, including a yearly education day and bi-annual code simulations. Not to mention, our weekly 1-hour educational sessions and 4-month extended orientation plan for nurses.

But that\'s not all. If you\'re looking for experience in a state-of-the-art surgical setting that utilizes innovative technologies such as the GTX OR, DaVinci Robot, and Velys Robot, then Mount Sinai should be at the top of your list. These technologies are utilized in a variety of specialties, including Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology, General Surgery, Urology, ENT, and robotic-assisted knee surgery.

About this team:

More than 16,000 patients undergo surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital every year. We are experts in and globally recognized for our specialized Cancer, Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Orthopedic Surgery programs. Specialties utilizing the Main Operating Room/Cysto are General Surgery, Urology, Gynaecology, Otolaryngology, Lasers, Ophthalmology, Oral Surgery and Orthopaedics - both Reconstructive and Sarcoma. The Main Operating Room has 3 state-of-the-art Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) suites. This team has sponsorship opportunities available for nurses interested in obtaining OR certification. A unique staff recognition and appreciation program F.R.O.G. (Forever Recognize Others Greatness) enhances team dynamics, while a Pet Board and Tree of Kindness encourages staff to celebrate each other.

In this role you will:

• Perform the duties of the scrub nurse
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification as assigned
• Perform nursing interventions within the RPN scope of practice
• Contribute to the patient assessment process
• Implement patients’ plan of care including but not limited to performing and/or providing assistance for a defined range of strategies and surgical interventions
• Collaborate with other members of intraprofessional and interdisciplinary health care team.
• Act as a patient advocate
• Contribute to the smooth functioning and efficiency of the unit
• Participate in professional development and continuing education and engages in self-reflection to facilitate personal and professional growth
• Work in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety Act

Job Requirements

Mandatory

• Current RPN certificate of registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in the Perioperative setting
• A diploma or equivalent from a CNO-approved practical nursing program
• Successful completion of a post diploma Perioperative Nursing Certificate program
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Preferred

• Experience using an electronic health records

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent health and clinical assessment skills
• Demonstrated ability in providing quality patient-focused care and addressing the fundamental care needs of patients and their families
• Proven ability to make sound professional judgements and practice decisions, and demonstrate effective time-management and organizational skills in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent oral, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in English
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others including patients and their families
• Computer proficiency and/or Basic to Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (e.g. Word, Outlook)
• Demonstrated satisfactory job performance and attendance history required
• Familiarity with:
  • CNO Code of Conduct and Professional Standards
  • Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to build your career within surgical nursing, apply via the button below and let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team.

Open Date

9/29/2025

Posting Deadline

10/13/2025

All applications must be submitted by no later than 4:00pm of the posting deadline date.

Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.

Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women’s and infants’ health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.

As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact 416-586-4800 ext. 7050, or email [e-mail] .