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Registered Practical Nurse

@ Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre

Barrie, Ontario

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Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse for its 15-bed Medical Short Stay Inpatient Unit, caring for patients with acute and complex medical needs. The role involves assessing, planning, coordinating and managing patient and family care within an interdisciplinary team, following hospital policies. The posting requires a current CNO Certificate of Registration and an RPN diploma, and states that hours and work area may change with operational needs under the Collective Agreement.

Responsibilities:

  • Assess, plan, coordinate and manage patient and family care
  • Deliver care following hospital and departmental policies
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
  • Provide safe, effective and compassionate patient care

Requirements summary:

  • RPN diploma or equivalent to practise at full scope
  • Current CNO Certificate of Registration
  • Medication Administration Course
  • Current BCLS
  • Membership in a relevant professional association

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2026-11-09
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Job details

DepartmentNursing & personal care
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsCNO Certificate of Registration, Medication Administration Course, BCLS
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyRegistered Practical Nursing

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Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre

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Job description

MSSU is a 15-bed inpatient unit that provides care to patients with a variety of acute and complex medical needs. The team consists of physicians, registered nurses, registered practical nurses, patient care assistants, dietitians, pharmacists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, discharge planners, social worker, a respiratory therapist, a speech language pathologist, spiritual care, patient service clerks, and volunteers. Each member has a specific role to play to ensure seamless integration of care and together, they strive to provide exceptional care to each patient and family.

As a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), you are a dedicated and accountable healthcare professional responsible for delivering high-quality patient care. Your practice aligns with the organizational philosophy, policies, and standards of care at RVH, as well as the regulatory framework set by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and applicable legislation.

In this role, you will provide care to patients within the Medical Short Stay Inpatient Unit. You will assess, plan, coordinate, and manage patient and family care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Care delivery will follow established hospital and departmental policies and procedures to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care.

As a qualified candidate you will have the following job requirements:
• Registered Practical Nursing Diploma or equivalent education to practice at full scope
• Completion of recognized Medication Administration Course
• Current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS
• Sound knowledge of nursing process and responsibilities of profession
• Membership in professional association specific to nursing service area
• Functions independently within scope of practice
• Computer literacy in current software applications

You will be an ideal candidate for this position if you have:
• Sound problem solving, communications (oral and written), conflict resolution and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others
• Demonstrated commitment to the concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service
• Ability to learn about, from and with other members of the patient care team to foster a strong interprofessional model of care

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

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