RPN, OR

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is seeking an Operating Room Registered Practical Nurse (OR RPN) to join the OR team at the WRHN campus. The role requires on-call availability and the ability to respond within 30 minutes.

Candidates must hold a Practical Nursing diploma and be in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Successful completion of an OR Certificate course and a current BCLS are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing Program and currently registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Successful completion of an OR Certificate course from an approved teaching institution.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS).
• Recent OR experience and scrub nursing skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to call-ins within 30 minutes as part of on-call schedule.
• Provide OR nursing care in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team setting.

Skills

Practical Nursing Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Computer literacy

On-call readiness

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

OR Certificate course

BCLS Certification

Registered with CN Ontario

Job description

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

Location: WRHN @ Queen’s Blvd (formerly St. Mary’s General Hospital Campus)

This role is being advertised to fillan existing vacancy

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.

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.

Position Summary :

The Operating Room Registered Practical Nurse (OR RPN) performs and serves in a professional and collaborative environment, where the OR nursing team is interactive, supportive and committed to excellence and quality patient care. The OR RPN will be required to participate in an on-call schedule including weekdays, weekends and stat holidays.

**The OR RPN must be able to respond to call-ins within 30 minutes**

Position Requirements:

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing Program and currently registered, in good standing, with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Successful completion of a recognized OR Certificate course from an approved teaching institution
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS)
• Demonstrated competent nursing skills including recent experience as an OR-Scrub technician in a variety of surgical specialties
• Proficient computer knowledge
• Proven ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Established collaboration and communication skills with patients and health professionals
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and safety requirements of the position; Ability to attend work regularly, demonstrated by an acceptable attendance record

Waterloo Regional Health Network 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

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

Job Summary

Position: RPN, OR

Category: Nursing

Employment Type: Employee

Post Date: 10/23/2026

Salary: Negotiable

Close Date Location: CA:ON:Kitchener

Address: 911 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener, ON, N2M 1B2, CA