Registered Practical Nurse - Rehabilitation Services

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP

Paid vacation & benefits

Training & development

Health & Wellness 360 Program

Yoga & mindfulness sessions

Hospital gym access

Walking track

Job summary

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to provide compassionate care across patient populations in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will establish therapeutic relationships, assess health needs, plan and evaluate care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The role requires current CNO-registered RPN in good standing, BLS certification, and ability to work flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be an actively registered RPN with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) in good standing.
• RPN certificate or education permitting full-scope practice.
• Demonstrated ability to support rehabilitation and restore independence after illness or injury.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Proven assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills in acute medical nursing.
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Cerner, EPR).
• Capable of administering IV medications with physician orders.
• Ability to adapt in a changing environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Excellent attendance per STEGH policy.

Responsibilities

• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Assess health needs and plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Provide care to diverse patient populations in a fast-paced setting.
• Support rehabilitation and restoration of independence and quality of life.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and adhere to hospital policies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment and planning

Electronic health records

Medication administration

BLS certification

Education

Registered Practical Nurse with CNO in good standing

BLS Certification

Tools

Outlook

Cerner

Electronic Patient Record

Job description

Posting Dates: August 26, 2026 - September 1, 2026

Are you a dedicated and skilled Registered Practical Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our dynamic healthcare team at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, where you will be essential in providing care to a wide range of patient populations, collaborating with a passionate group of professionals. We are looking for individuals committed to delivering the ultimate standard of care in a fast-paced, challenging and ever-changing environment.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

The RPN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through application of specialized knowledge, skill and judgement, both in assessing health needs and in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.

Do you want to learn more about a specific unit or department? Follow the link for details: Hospital Services – St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

• Registered Practical Nurse, currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Registered Practical Nurse certificate or education and experience that allows the RPN to practice at full scope
• Proven ability to support rehabilitation and restoration in helping to regain independence, function and quality of life after illness or injury
• Current BLS Certification
• Proven assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation skills related to acute medical nursing with the ability to work independently, utilizing critical thinking skillset
• Basic computer skills (Outlook email, Cerner, Electronic Patient Record)
• Capability to administer medication inclusive of IV medication administration, with a physician’s order
• Ability to assess, adapt and respond within a constantly changing environment
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing/continuous professional development
• Excellent attendance record in alignment with STEGH’s attendance policy
• Acceptable performance record in alignment with STEGH’s mission, vision, values and code of conduct

WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE

• One (1) year of rehabilitation experience within the last three (3) years
• Certificates in: Palliative Care Fundamentals (Level 1), Gentle Persuasive Approaches, Crisis Intervention

HOURS

The successful candidate must be available to work all tours applicable to the department in accordance with the availability and non-availability requirements outlined in the OPSEU Service Collective Agreement. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Full-Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
• Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker
• Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions and much more!
• Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym
• An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse and talented workplace
• Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard

*This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization