RPN Registered Practical Nurse

Ross Memorial Hospital; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, Ontario seeks a Permanent Part Time Registered Practical Nurse for the CCP1/Palliative Unit. The role supports geriatric patients, wound care, and interdisciplinary team collaboration in a 24/7 hospital environment.

Must hold an Ontario RPN license, BCLS/CPR, and demonstrate strong communication with patients, families, and staff. Flexible 8- and 12-hour shifts across days, evenings, and nights are required.

Qualifications

• Current registration and member in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario.
• BCLS or CPR certification required on hire.
• Experience with non-invasive wound dressings.
• Post diploma courses and/or specialty experience in rehabilitation, palliative care and/or gerontology.
• Demonstrated skill in providing supportive care for patients and families in complex situations.
• Experience in transferring and positioning patients safely.
• Experience in client-centred care models and interdisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Skills

RPN clinical skills

Wound care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication with patients

Critical thinking

Continuous learning

Patient-family support

Safety transfer/positioning

Education

Ontario RPN registration

Tools

Epic

Job description

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Job Number

J1126-0157

Job Title

RPN Registered Practical Nurse

Job Type

Permanent Part Time

Union

CUPE

City, Province, Country

Lindsay, Ontario, Canada

Department

CCP1/Palliative

Open Positions

1

Date Posted

November 7, 2026

Closing Date

November 13, 2026

Salary

$37.459 - $39.800/Hour

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Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.

Department/Unit/Program Description

Continuing Care Program 1 (CCP1) is the home of the GERI Unit (Geriatric Engagement and Reintegration Unit). This unit is abilities-focused, embraces quality of life and encourages activation, mobilization and socialization. The goal is for patients to maintain function, leading to either a safe discharge home or to a long term care facility. Patients participate in group activation and recreation programming.

*** Ross Memorial Hospital qualifies for the Government of Canada's Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Nurses may be eligible to receive up to $30,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness ***

Position Summary

The CCP1/Palliative Unit is currently seeking a Permanent Part Time Registered Practical Nurse to join their healthcare team.

Effective Date: November 16, 2026

Essential Qualifications

• Current registration and member in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario, compliant with the Professional Standards and Standards of Practice for RPNs
• BCLS or current CPR certification essential, on hire
• Work Experience with non-invasive wound dressings required
• Post diploma courses and/or specialty experience in rehabilitation, palliative care and/or gerontology. Commitment to principles of care in these specialty areas is required
• Demonstrated skill in provision of supportive care for patients & families in complex situations
• Demonstrated skill in safe/correct techniques for transferring and positioning patients
• Experience with and demonstrated skill in providing client - centred care models
• Experience in a high performance interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Demonstrated effective communication skills with patients, families and professional team members, and community partners
• Professional practice reflects Ross Memorial corporate and CCP Program vision, values and goals
• Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per current Physical Demands Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Physical Assessment Course preferred (if not part of diploma program)
• Trained in Epic - training can be provided, but must pass required testing.

Hours of Work

Must be available to work 8 hour shifts (days, evenings and nights) and 12 hour shifts on days, Monday to Sunday on a rotating schedule, and may include shifts every other weekend. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Employment Equity

Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.

Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.

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