RPN-TPT .5 Maternal Newborn

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health care institution in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a Temporary Part Time Registered Practical Nurse to provide maternity and perinatal care. The ideal candidate must have current registration, certification in BCLS, and experience in supporting diverse patient populations. This position demands excellent nursing skills and a commitment to patient-centered care. This role offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Qualifications

• Recent experience in Maternity and Perinatal Nursing with breastfeeding support.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses for unstable patients.
• Recognize abnormal patient responses.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to a patient population.
• Practice within Professional Standards and Care Philosophy.
• Ensure patient-centered care philosophy is applied.

Skills

Nursing Process

Interprofessional communication skills

Assessment skills

Ability to manage multiple nursing interventions

Education

Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse

Certification in BCLS

Job description

Ref# 25SEI272R1

1 ‑ Temporary Part Time (.5) – Registered Practical Nurse – Maternal Newborn

Reposted

This vacancy is Reposted. Candidates who have previously applied for this position are required to resubmit their application.

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event you are successful.

This position will involve working the days, evenings, nights, extended tour, weekend shifts. The shift is not to be interpreted as a guarantee.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent.
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Our Mission:

We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision:

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values:

• Diversity
• Compassion
• Excellence
• Innovation
• Accountability

About the role:

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC) is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Reporting to the Manager of Labour & Delivery and Maternal Newborn, you will be responsible for providing quality nursing care to a patient population with predictable outcomes. As part of a multidisciplinary health care team, you will practice within the Professional Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the Philosophy of patient and family centered care, mission vision, values and the policies of Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

• Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario, or the ability to become licensed with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current certification in BCLS
• Recent experience in Maternity and Perinatal Nursing with experience in breastfeeding support and the care of complex patient populations, including postoperative surgical patients
• Ability to use the Nursing Process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation) in conjunction with her/his basic and ongoing knowledge to arrive at individualized care planning and delivery
• Collaborates with Registered Nurse's when patients assigned to the Registered Practical Nurse become unstable or have outcomes that are not as expected
• Identify and recognize abnormal or unexpected patient responses and take appropriate action
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple nursing interventions
• Strong interprofessional and communication skills

Preference for Applicants:

• Have certification or recent continuing education in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), lactation support, perinatal or high risk perinatal nursing

Salary Range: $37,175 to $38,160

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.

Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than 11:59p.m. on Thursday, 23 October, 2025.

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our website.

Posted: October 16, 2025

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