Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Operating Room

Kingston Health Sciences Centre; Kingston; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingston Health Sciences Centre invites applications for a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in the Operating Room. The role is part-time or full-time with on-call duties, working rotating shifts.

The RPN provides scrub duties, aseptic technique, and collaborates with nurses and surgeons to support patient care. Applicants must have a RPN diploma, the perioperative nursing certificate, be registered with the CNO, and demonstrate communication, initiative, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Registered Practical Nurse Diploma Program.
• Graduate of an RPN – Perioperative Nursing Certificate Program from an accredited program required
• Registered with CNO – College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Excellent communication skills and high initiative.
• CPR & First Aid, WHMIS.
• Medical Terminology.
• Computer knowledge/procedure pick lists.
• Ability to identify problems during procedures.
• Ability to multitask.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions within scope of Practice.
• Proven ability to attend work regularly.
• Satisfactory criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an excellent knowledge of aseptic technique, operative procedures, preparation of instruments, equipment and supplies, and surgeons’ preferences by performing scrub duties and anticipating needs during the procedure that will provide quality patient care.
• Ensures the principles of asepsis and safety are used when setting up and dismantling tables, handling and counting instruments, sponges, sutures, and drains, applying dressings while still being aware of cost effectiveness
• Demonstrates ability and accountability when handling and transporting specimens.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and comfortable patient care environment
• Demonstrates the ability to work as a team member by participating in patient care, such as positioning, prepping, draping and in non-direct patient care activities
• Advocates for patients by assuring respect is maintained by all team members
• Participates in activities that are to the full scope of practice for the RPN in the Operating Room.
• Assists with lifting and transporting of patients

Skills

Communication skills

CPR/First Aid

WHMIS

Medical Terminology

Computer skills

Multitasking

Decision making

Punctuality/Attendance

Criminal reference check

Education

RPN Diploma

RPN – Perioperative Nursing Certificate

Registered with CNO

Job description

Career Opportunities: Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Operating Room (102998)

Requisition ID102998-Posted03/09/2026-Nursing

Hours of Work: Part-time and Full-time Positions; On-Call

Rotating Shifts: 0730-1530, 1000-1800, 1530-2330, 2330-0730

The Perioperative RPN functions under the College of Nurses of Ontario’s scope of practice as a member of the Perioperative Services Team in the Surgical, Perioperative and Anesthesia program. The Perioperative RPN works in collaboration with the health team members to meet the care of patients and is responsible for scrubbing duties during surgery in accordance with established standards and protocols.

Within this role the employee is accountable for contributing to the delivery of the Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) strategy. As an employee, one must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for actively promoting and supporting patient and family centered engagement and care in all we do.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates an excellent knowledge of aseptic technique, operative procedures, preparation of instruments, equipment and supplies, and surgeons’ preferences by performing scrub duties and anticipating needs during the procedure that will provide quality patient care.
• Ensures the principles of asepsis and safety are used when setting up and dismantling tables, handling and counting instruments, sponges, sutures, and drains, applying dressings while still being aware of cost effectiveness
• Demonstrates ability and accountability when handling and transporting specimens.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and comfortable patient care environment
• Demonstrates the ability to work as a team member by participating in patient care, such as positioning, prepping, draping and in non-direct patient care activities
• Advocates for patients by assuring respect is maintained by all team members
• Participates in activities that are to the full scope of practice for the RPN in the Operating Room.
• Assists with lifting and transporting of patients

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a Registered Practical Nurse Diploma Program.
• Graduate of an RPN – Perioperative Nursing Certificate Program from an accredited program required
• Registered with CNO – College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Excellent communication skills and high initiative.
• CPR & First Aid, WHMIS.
• Medical Terminology.
• Computer knowledge/procedure pick lists.
• Ability to identify problems during procedures.
• Ability to multitask.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions within scope of Practice.
• Proven ability to attend work regularly.
• Satisfactory criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search required.

KHSC is located on the ancestral lands and waters of the Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee and serves a wider geographical area that encompasses many Indigenous communities including Tyendinaga, Katarokwi, as well as communities within the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. As we partner in care, discovery, and learning to achieve better health outcomes for our communities, KHSC is committed to actively advocating for and acting upon the Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s Calls to Action on Health.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at KHSC. KHSCis committed to recruitment practices that support and contribute to building a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace in compliance with legislation such as the Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We welcome all applications from women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, persons in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and members of other equity deserving groups.

Kingston Health Sciences Centre may use artificial intelligence systems to assess and screen applicants. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with KHSC policies and applicable employment legislation.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for next steps will be contacted. Kingston Health Sciences Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please notify the Recruitment Team.