Registered Practical Nurse - Surgical Suites (GEN)

Scarborough Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse for the Surgical Suites. You will report to the Manager and provide high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations in a fast-paced, perioperative environment.

Requirements include current CNO registration, BCLS, and preferably Perioperative Nursing certification, with strong teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care. This is a permanent, full-time position across SHN facilities.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS.
• Completed Perioperative Nursing Certificate or commensurate experience.
• Ability to work independently and carry a busy workload.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment with good organizational skills.
• Excellence in patient teaching and patient assessment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to provide patient-centered care.
• Demonstrated punctuality in attendance.
• Demonstrates SHN values and code of conduct; commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent care to a diverse patient population within the unit.
• Practice according to standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario and SHN policies.
• Provide high-quality nursing care based on SHN philosophy and framework.

Skills

Patient care

Independent working

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Punctuality

Patient-centered care

Total Patient Care

Work ethic

Education

RPN diploma

Perioperative Nursing Certificate

Job description

Job Number: JR107159

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse - Surgical Suites (GEN)

Union: CUPE

Union: CUPE

Job Category: Nurse

Hospital Location: General Site

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Number of Positions: 1

Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $36.468 - $39.8

Hours: Days, Nights

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada's most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America's largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 - 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager, you will be responsible for providing excellent care to a diverse patient population within this unit. As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will practice according to the current standards of practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the Standards of Nursing Practice, policies and procedures of Scarborough Health Network. You will also provide high quality nursing care to patients and their families, based on the philosophy and conceptual framework of Nursing of Scarborough Health Network.

Requirements:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS
• Completed Perioperative Nursing Certificate from an accredited College or commensurate experience
• Ability to work independently and to carry a busy workload
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment, with good organizational skills
• Demonstrated excellence in patient teaching and patient assessment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide patient centered care
• Demonstrated punctuality in attendance
• Ability to work independently within a Total Patient Care modality
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN's Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area.
• Strong work ethic and commitment is required
• Demonstrated high standards of work outputs
• Highly punctual
• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability

Asset:

• Recent OR experience preferred
• Graduate of an RPN diploma program
• Ability to speak another language

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community's unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one's personal identity and/or values.

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.