Registered Practical Nurse - Thoracic

St. Joe's; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joe's in Hamilton is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for the Thoracic Surgery Unit. The role supports acutely ill surgical patients in a 37-bed unit with a focus on thoracic/head-neck/cardiovascular procedures. Strong teamwork and commitment to patient-centered care are essential.

Candidates must have Ontario RN registration, appropriate practical nursing credentials, and recent acute care experience. BCLS/HCP certification and orientation completion are required.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Practical Nursing Diploma with IV med administration.
• Minimum 1 year recent acute surgical/medical nursing experience.
• BCLS/HCP certification required.

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited college

IV medication administration certificate

Practical Nursing Certificate with med administration

Job description

## Registered Practical Nurse - ThoracicApply: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown): Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 28, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR02482**Position Details****Job Number:**JR02482**Department:**Thoracic Surgery Unit 4 Tower**This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:**Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)**Job Type:**Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time**Contract Duration: (If applicable)**9 months**Number of Positions:**1**Union:**CUPE Local 786**Hourly Rate (Min / Max):**$36.63 - $39.8**Schedule****Work Days:**Monday to Sunday**Time of Day:**Days, Nights**Shift:**Hours -12 **Shift Start: (If applicable)**AM 07:00, PM 19:00 **Reason for Posting:**Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy**Application Dates****Opening Date:**2026-10-20**Closing Date:**2026-10-27**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