Registered Practical Nurse - Critical Care

Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)

At BCHS, we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, we serve with purpose, passion, and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.

• Brantford General Hospital – Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
• The Willett in Paris – Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services, supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.

With over 130 years of service, BCHS is evolving with a renewed focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on Quality Care, Connected Teams, and a Healthy Future for our patients, our people, and our community. Our culture is shaped by our core values and pillars:

Core Values: Be Bold and Courageous | Commit to Excellence | Champion Equity | Be Trustworthy
Four Pillars: Patient-First | People-Centred | Partnership-Based | Progress-Focused

These values reflect who we are, what we stand for, and how we work together to have influence. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare—right here at BCHS.

Why Choose BCHS?

• Investing in You – Access to a centralized Education Fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible Scheduling – Within a standard work week
• Career Growth – Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development.
• Predictable Work Locations – Stability and consistency in your work environment.
• Collaborative Team Culture – Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
• Employee Wellness Matters – Peer Support Team, Wellness Committee, Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Commitment to Safety – Comprehensive safety programs for all
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits –– Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards, reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.
• Diversity & Inclusion – We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring, retention, and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits, policies, and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
• Recognition & Rewards – Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee
• Community Impact – Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
• Choose Civility – Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace, as individuals treat one another—and the communities we serve with dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness, setting clear expectations, and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.

Position Summary

**Attention RPNs with at least 2 years of acute care experience***

Take the next step in your nursing career—and step into critical care with confidence.

Are you an RPN ready to expand your skills and make a bigger impact? This is your opportunity to be fully sponsored to complete the Acute Care Nursing Certificate through the Michener Institute, followed by a transition into the Critical Care Unit (CCU) role.

Through this unique opportunity, you will:

• Build advanced knowledge in acute and complex patient care
• Strengthen your clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Gain the confidence to work in fast-paced, high-acuity environments
• Join a supportive critical care team committed to your success

The hospital will support your learning journey—so you can focus on growing your practice and advancing your career.

Spots are limited. If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and ready to challenge yourself, apply today and take your place in critical care.

For more information please reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] !

The Critical Care Unit is an intensivist-lead closed model with a dedicated Respiratory Therapy Team. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Critical Care Unit, the successful applicant will be responsible for providing evidenced based, comprehensive, safe, effective and ethical nursing care working to the full scope of practice for the Registered Practical Nurse.

The successful applicant must meet the following criteria:

Mandatory Qualifications

• Current minimum of two (2) years acute care nursing experience
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Competencies

• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation Certificate preferred or willing to obtained within 6 months of employment
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred or willing to obtained within 6 months of employment
• High Acuity Nursing Certificate, or comparable certificate preferred or willing to obtained within 6 months of employment
• Able to perform venipuncture, 12/15 Lead ECG (or obtain within orientation to unit
• Meditech experience an asset
• Member of RPNO an asset

Core Competencies

• Excellent conflict resolution skills
• Excellent patient assessment skills, successful completion of the Patient Assessment course an asset
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, critical thinking, and time management skills
• Proven ability to organize workload in a fast paced constantly changing environment
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professionalism in nursing
• Demonstrated commitment to quality patient care
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record
• Must be able to function within full scope of practice as an RPN
• Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life, including people of all genders, sexual orientations, racial and ethnic backgrounds, Indigenous identities, abilities, and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care

We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please inform us when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.

AI Use in Hiring
Brant Community Healthcare System does not use artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or algorithms to screen, assess, or rank candidates during the hiring process; all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.