Registered Practical Nurse, Surgical Oncology

Sinai Health System; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse for their Surgical Oncology unit. This role offers the chance to develop essential nursing competencies and provide high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. You will work within a dynamic team, delivering care to surgical patients and collaborating with various healthcare professionals. The position promises opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about nursing and ready to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is mandatory.
• 2 years of recent acute care clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for Surgical Oncology patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care.
• Administer medications and perform necessary nursing procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Assessment

Time Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Diploma from CNO-approved nursing program

Current registration with CNO

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Tools

CADD pumps

Central lines

Chemotherapy administration

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse, Surgical Oncology - (13281)

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Job Type

Regular Full Time

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Organizational Department

Sinai Health -> Mount Sinai Hospital -> Surgery/Oncology, Surgical Oncology (14 North)

Employee Group

NOW - Service

Location

Mount Sinai Hospital Campus - Toronto, ON M5G 1X5 CA (Primary)

Travel Requirement

Hours (subject to change)

Extended hours and rotating shifts

Salary Scale

2024 NOWU SU13 RPN: 35.856-37.049

Job Description

Mount Sinai Hospital’s Surgical Oncology (14 North) Unit offers Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) an opportunity to develop competencies in caring for patients across a range of medical conditions, enhancing your ability to provide comprehensive care and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. Benefit from our Magnet-designated hospital environment that champions professional development and innovation in medical practices.

About this team
We are a 26-bed surgical oncology unit providing post-operative care to patients who have undergone GI, breast, or urology surgery. Admissions to our unit come via our Emergency Department, ICU, and PACU teams. Typical patient ratios for nurses on our team are 4:1 on days and 6:1 on nights. The patient population is predominantly surgical oncology (including retroperitoneal, pelvic, visceral, sarcomas, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer), although we also see patients from general surgery, palliative care, and inflammatory bowel disease.

In this role you will:

• Provide direct patient and family centered care forSurgical Oncology patients
• Complete physical assessments on patients
• Provide direct patient care in accordance to the CNO standards and Sinai Health's policy and procedures
• Administer medications and provide any necessary care (including, but not limited to wound care, IVs, monitoring drains, prepare patients for procedures, etc.)
• Attend nursing rounds and participate in patient/family meetings
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, pharmacists, social workers, clinical nurse specialists, etc.
• Apply a broad range of nursing skills and procedures including (but not exclusive to) CADD pumps, chest tubes, nephrostomy tubes, complex wounds, central lines, enteral feeding tubes, TPN, CIWA monitoring, managing a Code Blues, and chemotherapy
• Participate in the mentoring of learners, peers and other regulated and unregulated health professionals
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Job Requirements

Job Requirements:

Mandatory

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• A diploma from a CNO-approved nursing program
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Preferred

• 2 years of recent acute care clinical experience

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent health and clinical assessment skills
• Demonstrated ability in providing quality patient-focused care and addressing the fundamental care needs of patients and their families
• Proven ability to make sound professional judgements and practice decisions, and demonstrate effective time-management and organizational skills in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent oral, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in interprofessional teams

If this sounds like you and you feel ready to build your career within nursing, apply now and let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team.

Open Date

4/25/2025

Posting Deadline

5/30/2025

All applications must be submitted by no later than 4:00pm of the posting deadline date.

Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.

Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women’s and infants’ health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.

As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact 416-586-4800 ext. 7050, or email [e-mail] .