Surgical RPN - Acute Care Nurse (Day Shift)

St. Joe's; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton seeks an experienced Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for the 7 Surgical Inpatient Unit at Charlton Campus in Hamilton.

The RPN provides nursing care, assessments, and contributes to preventive, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitation goals to maintain optimal function. Applicants must hold an Ontario RPN license, complete PN education with IV therapy, and have current BCLS/HCP certification with acute surgical experience.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• Education in one of the following categories: Practical Nursing Diploma with IV therapy; or certificate with IV therapy; or PN certificate with IV therapy.
• Recent clinical experience in acute surgical inpatients preferred (orthopaedic or urological a plus).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and health care team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for surgical inpatients.
• Assess patient needs and respond to changes in acuity.
• Collaborate with RNs and interdisciplinary team to ensure safe care.

Skills

RPN registration

IV therapy

Acute surgical experience

Communication skills

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

Practical Nursing Certificate

BCLS/HCP certification

Tools

MS Word

Patient information systems

Job description

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton seeks an experienced Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for the 7 Surgical Inpatient Unit at Charlton Campus in Hamilton.

The RPN provides nursing care, assessments, and contributes to preventive, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitation goals to maintain optimal function. Applicants must hold an Ontario RPN license, complete PN education with IV therapy, and have current BCLS/HCP certification with acute surgical experience.