Posted 2 months ago
Registered Practical Nurse
@ Lakeridge Health
Ontario
Overview
Lakeridge Health is hiring a temporary full-time Registered Practical Nurse for 6 months on 2N Inpatient Medicine at Ajax-Pickering, working 12-hour shifts. The role covers personal patient care, vital signs, physical assessment, medication administration, IV monitoring and equipment setup. Pay is $36.95 to $39.02 per hour under the CUPE collective agreement.
Pay:
$36.95–$39.02 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Personal patient care and vital signs
- Physical assessment and medication administration
- Monitoring IVs and setting up medical equipment
- Patient and family education
Requirements summary:
- Current RPN certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current BLS certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation
- Minimum 1 year medical/surgical unit experience
- Physical/Health Assessment course or equivalent
- Satisfactory performance record
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-19
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | BLS, CPR |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Practical Nursing |
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Lakeridge Health
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More than a hospital—Durham Region’s integrated health-care system. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Full company description
With five hospitals, four emergency departments, three critical care units, a long-term care home, a full range of medical and surgical specialties, more than 30 community health-care locations and a state-of-the-art surgical centre within the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre, Lakeridge Health offers some of the broadest and most comprehensive acute care, ambulatory care, and long-term care services in Ontario. Lakeridge Health is redefining the future of health care through transformative research, dynamic academic partnerships, and groundbreaking clinical trials. With over 160 active studies, we’re at the forefront of advancing medical knowledge, expanding treatment options, and improving the lives of our patients. Our one-of-a-kind Queen's-Lakeridge Health MD Family Medicine Program is on the leading edge of training the next generation of primary care doctors. Each year, over 3,000 students and trainees are supported by the Lakeridge Health Education and Research Network (LHEARN). Through our innovative collaboration with Ontario Tech University, we’re also harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize patient care. Together with our academic, community, and industry partners, Lakeridge Health is tackling the toughest health challenges and elevating the quality of care for the communities we serve. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a proud member of the Durham Ontario Health Team (Durham OHT) and works in collaboration with the Durham OHT, as well as primary care, and community and government partners to foster a truly integrated, regional system of care. Together, we are focused on empowering people to live their best health and fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable environment for all.
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- 3,702
- Reported office locations
- Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering, 580 Harwood Ave S., Ajax, Canada L1S 2J4, CA
- 1 Hospital Court, Oshawa, ON L1G 2B9, CA
- 451 Paxton Street, Port Perry, ON L9L 1L9, CA
- 300 Gordon Street, Whitby, ON L1N 5T2, CA
- 47 Liberty Street South, Bowmanville, ON L1C 2N4, CA
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With five hospitals, four emergency departments, three critical care units, a long-term care home, a full range of medical and surgical specialties, more than 30 community health-care locations and a state-of-the-art surgical centre within the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre, Lakeridge Health offers some of the broadest and most comprehensive acute care, ambulatory care, and long-term care services in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ajax, Canada |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1998 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 94 |
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CUPE
Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse
Status: Temporary Full Time (6 months)
Department: LHAP, 2N MEDICINE
Program: Medicine
12 Hour Shifts - DDNN (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering
Wage Schedule: $36.950 - $39.020 per hour
Posting Reference: 2600001970
Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!
DESCRIPTION:
Reporting to Manager of 2N (Inpatient Medicine), the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning implementation and evaluating nursing care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centred care environment. The Registered Practical Nurse will be responsible for personal patient care, vital signs, physical assessment, administration of medications, monitoring IV’s, setting up medical equipment as appropriate and other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse from an accredited college or proof of upgraded equivalent skills;
* Diploma prepared Registered Practical Nurse or proof of upgraded equivalent skills;
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is required
* Competent to perform CPR at a basic Cardiac Life Support level;
* Physical/Health Assessment course from a recognized institution or equivalent course;
* Current employment experience in medical/surgical units (minimum 1 year);
* Demonstrated skills in providing patient education and sharing knowledge of expected outcomes and care;
* Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations;
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community;
* Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound judgement;
* Evidence of education in Neurology, Nephrology, Palliative Care, an asset;
* Must have a satisfactory performance record;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
* Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public;
* Demonstrated understanding of and, commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient, and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area.
At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .
Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.
Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.
Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
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