Registered Practical Nurse - St. John's Rehab: A1 Amputee & Cardiovascular Rehab Programs - Regular Part-Time - 2026-19202

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to establish therapeutic relationships and provide patient- and family-centered care. The role collaborates with RNs and the health care team to support less complex patients with predictable outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold an Ontario RPN license in good standing, a diploma or current bridging plan, and BCLS certification. Commitment to ongoing learning and compassionate care is essential.

Qualifications

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario with no restrictions to practice.
• Diploma in RPN required, or bridging towards a diploma with a commitment to complete within 2–3 years of hire.
• Recent completion of Physical Assessment course or commitment to complete within 6 months of hire.
• Recent completion of Medication Administration course or commitment to complete within 6 months of hire.
• Current BCLS certification required with ongoing renewal.
• RPNAO membership preferred.
• Experience relevant to patient population on the unit.
• Demonstrated professional judgment and interpersonal skills.

Skills

Professional judgment

Interpersonal skills

Care prioritization

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Person-Centered Care

Education

Diploma in RPN

Bridging towards diploma

Physical Assessment course

Medication Administration course

BCLS certificate

RPNAO membership preferred

Job description

Summary of Duties

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) establishes caring, therapeutic relationships with patients, residents and their families to attain or maintain optimal functioning by promoting health and/or treating health conditions through supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative means. The RPN provides excellent patient and family-centered nursing care to patients with less complex health needs and more predictable outcomes in a culturally sensitive manner. The RPN also works collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide elements of care for patients with complex health issues and with less predictable outcomes. The RPN is an autonomous professional who works independently and interdependently as part of the interdisciplinary health care team.

Qualifications/Skills

• Current registration in good standing from the College of Nurses of Ontario with no restrictions to practice
• Diploma in RPN required, or currently bridging towards a diploma with a commitment to complete within 2 - 3 years of hire
• Recent successful completion of a Physical Assessment course or a commitment to complete it within 6 months of hire
• Recent successful completion of a Medication Administration course or a commitment to complete it within 6 months of hire
• Current BCLS is required and commitment to on-going renewal
• Membership in RPNAO preferred
• Previous clinical experience relative to the patient population the unit serves
• Demonstrated professional judgment and interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, their families, other health care team members and the community
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to organize patient care demands and to set priorities
• Ability to collaborate effectively with RNs, RPNs, physicians and other members of the health care team.
• Effective verbal / written communication skills.
• Committed to ongoing professional development
• Demonstrated commitment to Person Centered Care approach and principles.