RPN Registered Practical Nurse

Ross Memorial Hospital; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, Ontario, is seeking a Permanent Full Time Registered Practical Nurse to join the CCP2/Integrated Stroke/Rehabilitation Unit. This role supports rehab and acute stroke care with a slow stream program and multidisciplinary teamwork.

The unit emphasizes patient-centered care and continuous learning. Eligibility includes Ontario RPN registration, CPR, and wound care experience; shifts cover days/evenings/nights on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Current registration and member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• BCLS or CPR certification required on hire.
• Experience with wound dressings and rehabilitation/gerontology preferred.
• Ability to work in a high performance interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive care for patients and families in complex situations.
• Demonstrate safe transferring and positioning of patients.
• Deliver client-centered care and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain continuous learning and professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Patient care

Safe patient handling

Education

Registered Practical Nurse license

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Job Number

J0826-0363

Job Title

RPN Registered Practical Nurse

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Union

CUPE

City, Province, Country

Lindsay, Ontario, Canada

Department

CCP2/Integrated Stroke/Rehabilitation

Open Positions

1

Date Posted

August 19, 2026

Closing Date

August 25, 2026

Salary

$36.725 - $39.019/Hour

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

The CCP2/Rehab/Integrated Stroke unit is a specialized patient care area within Ross Memorial Hospital. A patient is admitted there for general rehab and acute stroke care. Each patient will have rehab goals to support their treatment and to meet the goals of a safe discharge home. The Integrated Stroke Unit cares for patients that have had an acute stroke and need specialized stroke care to maximize recovery potential including rehab functional goals. FE (Functional Enhancement) consists of a slow stream rehabilitation program for those patients who are unable to tolerate the intensity of the inpatient rehab program.

Student Loan Forgiveness

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

Position Summary

The CCP2/Integrated Stroke/Rehabilitation Unit is currently seeking a Permanent Full Time Registered Practical Nurse to join their healthcare team.

Effective Date: August 24, 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
• Physical Assessment Course preferred (if not part of diploma program)
• Post diploma courses and/or specialty experience in rehabilitation 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 - centered 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)
• EPIC Trained or willing to train and pass testing

Hours of Work

Must be available to work 8 hour shifts (days/evenings/nights) Monday to Sunday on a rotating schedule. Shifts and hours may vary 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.