RPN, Float Pool (Freeport)

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; Sur place; CAD 49 000 - 53 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is seeking a Float Pool Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for Chicopee. The role involves patient-centred nursing across units, collaborating with interprofessional teams, and adapting to diverse clinical settings.

The position requires current Ontario RPN registration, BCLS, and about 1 year of experience. Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills are essential, along with a good attendance record.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• BCLS certification.
• Minimum 1 year experience preferred.
• Ability to respond to emergencies by prioritizing care.
• Strong assessment and independent functioning skills.
• Good attendance record.
• Demonstrated teaching, communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to monitor patient risk and mental health care needs.

Responsabilités

• Provide flexible, patient-centred nursing care across units and programs.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams to deliver safe, high-quality care.
• Adapt to diverse clinical environments and patient populations.
• Support continuity of care and respond to organizational needs.

Connaissances

Nursing care

Emergency response

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

RPN Ontario registration

BCLS

Description du poste

Welcome to health care that soars above. Welcome to WRHN.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have registered on the job board for WRHN @ Queen's Blvd you will need to use a different email address when registering at WRHN @ Midtown & @ Chicopee.

RPN, Float Pool (Freeport) (Job ID: 7489)

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Work Type: Full Time

Position Vacancy: Float Pool

Position: Registered Practical Nurse Unifor Service

Location: Chicopee

Posting Period: November 2 2026 - November 9 2026

Position Summary:

The Float Pool Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is an integral member of the Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) clinical team, providing flexible, patient-centred nursing care across units and programs throughout the organization based on operational, staffing, and patient care needs. The Float Pool RPN works collaboratively with interprofessional teams and provides care within the RPN scope of practice, demonstrating flexibility, professionalism, and adaptability across diverse clinical environments and patient populations. The Float Pool RPN supports safe, high-quality care through ongoing assessment, monitoring, and evaluation of patient outcomes and the application of evidence-informed practice. The RPN contributes to individualized care planning, provides appropriate nursing interventions, and supports patients, families, and members of the health care team within their scope of practice. This position provides broad organizational coverage and may require the RPN to move between units, programs, and clinical areas within a shift, as well as provide coverage across WRHN sites, including outpatient areas, based on organizational needs. The Float Pool RPN demonstrates strong clinical judgment, accountability, communication, and resourcefulness while quickly adapting to changing care environments, teams, and patient needs. The RPN contributes to continuity and quality of care, promotes a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, and supports WRHN’s commitment to Advancing Exceptional Care through responsive, collaborative, and patient-centred nursing practice.

Position Requirements:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• BCLS
• Minimum 1 year experience preferred.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations by rapidly identifying priorities and complex patient care needs
• Demonstrated assessment skills and the ability to function independently
• Demonstrated teaching, communication, interpersonal and team building skills
• Ability to monitor patient risk and provide appropriate care to mental health patients
• Good attendance record

Salary CAD 35.70-38.15

Location CA:ON:Kitchener

Post Date 11/02/2026

Close Date 11/09/2026

Employment Type Employee

Job ID 7489