Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Thoracic

St. Joe's; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 102,863,000 - 111,883,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join the Thoracic Surgery Unit at Charlton Campus in Hamilton.

The role includes night shifts on a 37-bed acute surgical unit, caring for thoracic, head and neck as well as postoperative patients with a focus on family-centered care. Applicants must hold a Practical Nursing Diploma with IV medication administration, current CNO registration, and BCLS/HCP certification.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• Practical Nursing Diploma with evidence of IV medication administration is required.
• Minimum of one year's recent acute surgical/medical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient- and family-centered care on a busy thoracic unit.
• Perform venipuncture and administer medications per protocol.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team to coordinate care.

Skills

IV medication administration

BCLS/HCP certification

Acute surgical nursing

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

Practical Nursing Certificate

Job description

## Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - ThoracicApply: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown): Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 30, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR02071**Position Details****Job Number:**JR02071**Department:**Thoracic Surgery Unit 4 Tower**This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:**Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)**Job Type:**Regular, Full time**Contract Duration: (If applicable)**0 months**Number of Positions:**1**Union:**CUPE Local 786**Hourly Rate (Min / Max):**$35.91 - $39.02**Schedule****Work Days:**Monday to Sunday**Time of Day:**Nights**Shift:**Hours -12 **Shift Start: (If applicable)**PM 19:00 **Reason for Posting:**Posting is for a new role**Application Dates****Opening Date:**2026-09-22**Closing Date:**2026-09-29**Job Description****Position Summary** The Chest Unit is a 37 bed acute surgical unit that provides care for a variety of surgical patients. The unit houses the Regional Thoracics Centre for our area as well as our Head and Neck and the Surgical Stepdown Units (SSDU). Specialty medical and surgical services support patients with newly diagnosed disease including thoracic and head and neck cancer reconstructive and plastic surgery and the care of patients with progressive illness. Our 8-bed SSDU provides care for acutely ill surgical patients including those undergoing thoracic orthopaedic urology gynecology GI and General Surgical procedures. Our highly skilled and dedicated interprofessional team provide patient and family focused care and work to restore and maintain function in a highly collaborative and therapeutic care environment. **Qualifications** •Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required AND •Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited college program with evidence of IV medication administration as part of the basic educational curriculum OR •Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited college program and IV medication administration certificate from an accredited college program if this content was not included in the basic diploma educational curriculum OR •Practical Nursing Certificate from an accredited college program a medication administration certificate and an IV medication administration certificate from an accredited college program •A minimum of one year's recent acute surgical/medical nursing experience is required •Current BCLS/HCP certification required •Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families •Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred •Must be able to complete the orientation as required •Completion of the Epidural/PCA pain management therapy course during orientation is required •Completion of the venipuncture skill and demonstrated competency is required •Ability to function to the full scope of practice as per the College of Nurses of Ontario •Ability to function in a changing fast paced environment •Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and maintain good interpersonal relationships and set own workload priorities •Committed to customer service •Demonstrated problem-solving and organization skills and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team •Preference will be given to applicants with recent experience in thoracic head and neck cardio-vascular surgery and plastic surgery •Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuing education •Good work performance and attendance record are essential