Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - DAY SURG-PRE & POST- PT (J0926-0759)

North York General Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospital Pension Plan

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

North York General Hospital is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for Day Surgery, PRE & POST to provide compassionate, family‑centered care. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assess, educate, prevent and restore patient health, while adhering to safety and education standards.

The role emphasizes strong communication, critical thinking and leadership in a fast-paced setting. The position supports ongoing professional development within our teaching hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma or equivalent.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• BCLS certification required.
• Current Medication Certificate.
• Health Assessment Course.
• IV Certification.

Responsibilities

• Function to the full scope of nursing practice per the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and health care team.
• Think critically, set priorities and organize work according to patient needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of transfers and lifts.
• Commit to ongoing learning and quality improvement.
• Lead as a charge/leadership role and engage in continuing education.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Decisive

Safety conscious

Commitment to professional development

Education

Registered Practical Nurse Diploma or equivalent

Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

BCLS certification

Current Medication Certificate

Health Assessment Course

IV Certification

Job description

Company Bio

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multisite campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.

What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care - the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care - a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.

North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.

We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career!

Position Summary

Registered Practical Nurse, Day Surgery, PRE & POST

Your goal in this position is to provide clinical competence, excellent patient and family driven care, in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner. You will do this by collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of care providers, with an emphasis on the assessment, education, prevention, maintenance, and restoration of patient health. You’re a great relationship builder and foster close contacts with peers across the entire organization. You have great interpersonal skills, and effortlessly connect with physicians, staff, patients, and families. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.

• Organized – they embrace the challenge of prioritizing patient care demands in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to engage with new challenges every single day


• Great Communicators – they communicate effectively with colleagues, staff, volunteers and families


• Decisive – at the end of the day, they can make the big decisions, to take ownership of their actions, and use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the best interests of the patient


• Safety Conscious – they know that keeping everyone safe and healthy is the highest priority, and follow all H&S policies and guidelines


• Committed – they embrace our learning culture and demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development to enhance their knowledge and skills

On a practical level, you will

• Demonstrate the ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice per the College of Nurse of Ontario


• Communicate effectively (written and verbally) with patients/clients, families and other members of the health care team


• Think critically, set priorities and organize work in response to client/patient needs


• Demonstrate knowledge of transfers and lifts


• Be committed to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement


• Assume a leadership/charge role with demonstrated evidence of self-motivation regarding continuing education in areas of patient assessment, patient education and related Clinical Specialties


• Foster good public relations and working relationships in a family-centered care environment


• Demonstrate your ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations


• Have proficient skill level with computers, MS Word, Internet searches, data entry and patient information systems


• Demonstrate evidence of self-motivation regarding continuing education in areas of patient assessment, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma or equivalent


• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario


• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required


• Current Medication Certificate


• Health Assessment Course


• IV Certification


• Day Surgery experience is an asset


• OR course and OR experience is an asset


• Laser Course is an asset

What We Offer

Working at NYGH

means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals.

This is a Part-Time Unscheduled position with 8-hour shifts, all shifts, including weekends in the Day Surgery, Pre and Post department.

We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.