Registered Practical Nurse jobs in Canada

Posting #: 33126
Department: Maternal Newbrn Ambulatry Care
Employee Type: Regular, Part Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:
Union: CUPE
Openings Remaining: 1
Reason for Posting: This position is for an existing vacancy.

Work Days: Monday to Sunday, Weekends, Holidays
Time of Day: Days
Shift: 7.5 hour
Shift Start:8:00 Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Opening Date:18/12/2025
Closing Date: Open until filled

The Registered Practical Nurse, under the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the Department of Nursing, functions as a member of the nursing team to provide preventative, educational and/or supportive care, as defined within their scope of practice. Basic knowledge, decision making and communication techniques are employed in assessing, planning and implementing nursing care and lactation support services.

• Registered Practical Nursing Diploma
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Current certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
• Perinatal Certificate from a recognized college program
• Minimum of current 2 years working in a Women’s & Infants’ program
• Healthcare provider CPR
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, maintaining good interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to set own workload priorities.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent problem-solving and organization skills.
• Experience with computers, data entry and patient information system.

• Provides lactation and feeding support services to patients and families within the outpatient and inpatient settings of the Women’s & Infants’ program
• Promotes and protects BFI practices
• Consult and collaborate with physician as needed for plans of care
• Develop and establish feeding plans with families
• Ensure proper follow-up and support services are in place prior to patient leaving
• Collects, labels and transports specimens
• Participated in orientation of new hires and mentorship of students
• Support front-line staff with knowledge and education on breastfeeding support practices

$35.12 – $38.16 Hourly

CARE members of the STARS or PASS Program should connect with their Case Manager before applying for this position