RPN, Childbirth Program

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations during recruitment

Job summary

Grand River Hospital is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (UNIFOR Service) for WRHN Midtown in KW Campus. The role is temporary part-time through March 2027, with shifts including 12-hour, DL and NL, and weekends.

You will care for postpartum women and neonates within a family/patient-centered framework. Requirements include a CNO Certificate of Competence, BCLS, recent postpartum experience, and a plan to obtain perinatal certification if not yet held.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Competence from College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS required.
• Recent postpartum nursing experience required; new grads may be considered with perinatal cert.
• Perinatal certificate after hire; 18hr breastfeeding course preferred.
• NRP Provider status required; certification must be obtained prior to orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and coordinate postpartum care for mothers and neonates.
• Contribute to a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
• Deliver family/patient centred care in a fast-paced postpartum setting.

Skills

Postpartum nursing

NRP Provider status

Perinatal certificate

Breastfeeding course

Patient-centered care

Critical thinking

Education

Certificate of Competence - CNO

Job description

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Position Vacancy

Childbirth

Position

Registered Practical Nurse (UNIFOR Service) – Temporary Part Time Until Approximately March 2027 - This is for an existing vacancy.

Hours of Work

12H, DL, NL, WEEKENDS

Location

WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)

Position Summary

Responsible for the provision and coordination of care for postpartum women and neonates within a family/patient centred care framework. Contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Position Requirements

• Current Certificate of Competence from College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS required.
• Recent, relevant experience in postpartum nursing required. Graduate nurses who have completed their final practicum consolidation in obstetrics may be considered.
• New Graduates and applicants with minimal postpartum experience may be considered if completed or enrolled in a perinatal certificate course.
• Applicants will be required to obtain their perinatal certificate after hire.
• Successful completion of an 18hr breastfeeding course preferred.
• Current NRP Provider status is required. Applicants not holding NRP provider status may be considered however as a condition of hire, certification must be obtained prior to unit orientation.
• Commitment to patient and family-centered care.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good attendance record.

WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

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Salary

CAD 35.70-38.15 per hour

Post Date

08/28/2026

Close Date

09/02/2026

Location

CA:ON:Kitchener