Registered Practical Nurse - Operating Room - TFTE (0.5) (252896-67)

Hiringplatform; Burlington; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ontario, is looking for a Registered Practical Nurse to join the Surgery - Operating Room team on a temporary full-time equivalent (0.5) basis. The role supports perioperative care, scrubbing and circulating in multiple specialties, with shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

The successful candidate must hold current RPN registration in Ontario, BLS Level C, and preferably have perioperative nursing training or near completion.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RPN.
• Current BLS certification (Level C).
• Must have completed or be near completion of a Perioperative Nursing program from an accredited Educational institution.
• Recent clinical OR scrubbing and circulating experience in General Surgery, Urology, ENT, Plastics, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Vascular and Gynaecology is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and cope with pressure and deadlines.

Skills

Operating room experience

Perioperative nursing knowledge

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

RPN registration (ON)

BLS Level C certification

Perioperative nursing program

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse - Operating Room - TFTE (0.5) (252896-67)

Position Available: Registered Practical Nurse
Status: Temporary Full Time Equivalent (0.5) - this position falls under the Part-Time Collective Agreement.
Department: Surgery - Operating Room
Union: C.U.P.E.
Shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Extended Hours

Rate of Pay: $37.15 - $39.02/hr

Posting Date: October 2, 2026

Closing Date: October 9, 2026

Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on October 9, 2026

About Joseph Brant Hospital:

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca .

Qualifications:

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse.
• Current BLS certification (Level C).
• Must have completed or be near completion of a Perioperative Nursing program from an accredited Educational institution.
• Recent clinical experience in the Operating Room scrubbing and circulating for General Surgery, Urology, E.N.T, Plastics, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Vascular and Gynaecology is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and able to cope with pressure and deadlines.
• Demonstrated surgical conscience and adherence to principles of aseptic technique.
• Demonstrated clinical assessment skills and knowledge in managing the perioperative care of both adult and paediatric patients.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to participate in call-back and standby duties.
• Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality, availability and performance

Please Note:

Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [e-mail] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.