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Registered Practical Nurse - Long Term Ventilation/Respiratory Complex Continuing Care
@ University Health Network
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
University Health Network is hiring a permanent full-time Registered Practical Nurse for the Long Term Ventilation/Respiratory Complex Continuing Care unit at West Park Healthcare Centre. The RPN plans and evaluates nursing care for patients and families within an interdisciplinary team, mentors students and new staff, and takes part in team care planning. The posting states 37.5 hours per week, shifts that vary, and a wage of $38.42 to $39.02 per hour.
Pay:
$38.42–$39.02 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Plan, manage and evaluate nursing care for patients and families
- Participate in interprofessional rounds and family conferences
- Mentor RPN students and new staff
- Take part in professional and hospital-wide initiatives
- Ensure compliance with patient safety policies
Requirements summary:
- Valid College of Nurses of Ontario registration
- Diploma in Practical Nursing
- Recent related clinical experience preferred
- Problem solving and decision making skills
- Computer literacy in word processing and EPR
- Working knowledge of CNO standards of practice
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | RPN |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Practical Nursing |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness, Transit support |
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University Health Network
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Canada's largest research hospital: Princess Margaret, Toronto General, Toronto Rehab, Toronto Western & Michener.
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University Health Network (UHN) is Canada's largest research hospital, which includes Toronto General and Toronto Western Hospitals, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute for Education at UHN. The scope of research and complexity of cases at UHN has made it a national and international source for research, education and patient care. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, with major research in cardiology, transplantation, neurosciences, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. The Toronto General & Western Hospital Foundation, The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation and Toronto Rehab Foundation allow us to fulfill our purpose by engaging our generous donor community and raising critical funds for research, education and improving the experience of our patients. Our Purpose: Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning. Our Primary Value: The needs of patients come first. Our Values: Safety, compassion, teamwork, integrity and stewardship.
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University Health Network (UHN) is Canada's largest research hospital, which includes Toronto General and Toronto Western Hospitals, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute for Education at UHN. The scope of research and complexity of cases at UHN has made it a national and international source for research, education and patient care. UHN is a research…
| Field | Value |
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| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Specialties | Medical ResearchHealthcareScienceand Patient Care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 193 |
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Company Description
UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.
Job Description
Union: SEIU Service
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: West Park Healthcare Centre
Department: 5D, Long Term Ventilation/Respiratory Complex Continuing Care
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Hours: 37.5
Wage Range: $38.42 - $39.02 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable
Shifts: Varies
Status: Permanent full-time
Closing Date: Nov 11, 2026
Position Summary
As a member of a multi-disciplinary Team, the Registered Practical Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession.
Duties
- Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice in the context of an interdisciplinary practice.
- Use current theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients and families
- Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences
- Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff on the unit
- Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
- Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients
Qualifications
- Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Diploma in Practical Nursing
- Recent related clinical experience preferred
- Effective problem recognition, problem solving and decision making skills
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
- Demonstrated commitment to team success
- Resilience and effective coping strategies to manage change
- Demonstrated computer literacy in word processing and Electronic Patient Record
- Working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practice
- Evidence of satisfactory attendance and punctuality
Additional Information
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
- HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
- Wellness services & offerings
- Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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