RPN, Medicine (8ABC)

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand River Hospital's WRHN Midtown location is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (UNIFOR Service) for a full-time role. The nurse collaborates with the nursing and allied staff to uphold professional standards, ensure patient safety, and maintain a compassionate, patient-centered environment for inpatients and visitors.

Requirements include current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, experience in acute medicine preferred, strong communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• Acute Medicine experience is preferred.
• Strong communication with interdisciplinary team and patients.
• Proficiency with catheterization, IV monitoring, and aseptic technique.
• Experience caring for medical patients is essential.
• Experience with elderly patients is an asset.
• Knowledge of BG testing and 12-lead ECGs is beneficial.
• Familiarity with oxygen equipment and setup.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Good attendance record is expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional nursing standards within the clinical setting.
• Contribute to a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
• Collaborate with nursing and allied staff to ensure high-quality care.
• Assist with equipment setup and patient monitoring as needed.

Skills

Current registration with College ofN

Acute Medicine experience

Communication with interdisciplinary 팀

Catheterization/IV monitoring

Care of medical patients

Elderly patient care

Glucose testing and ECGs

Oxygen equipment setup

Basic computer skills

Attendance and reliability

Job description

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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.

Position

Registered Practical Nurse (UNIFOR Service) - Full Time

Hours of Work

2D2N

Location

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

Position Summary

The Registered Practical Nurse works closely with other nursing and allied staff, in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice within the clinical setting. They also contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors

Position Requirements

• Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario
• Acute Medicine experience preferred
• Demonstrates communication skills necessary to interact with interdisciplinary team, patients, significant others, and general public
• Ability to catheterize, monitor IV’s and use aseptic technique
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in caring for medical patients
• Experience with elderly patients an asset
• Skilled in BG testing, 12 lead EKG’s
• Knowledgeable with oxygen equipment and set up
• Basic computer skills
• Good attendance record

Application Instructions

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.

EMPLOYEES OF WRHN MIDTOWN & CHICOPEE ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

Where applicable, as per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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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Job Details

Posting Period: November 2, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026

Post Date: 11/02/2026

Close Date: 11/07/2026

Location CA:ON:Kitchener

Salary: CAD 35.70-38.15

Position Vacancy: General Medicine – 8 ABC