Posted 2 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse - Rehabilitation Services
@ STEGH
St. Thomas, Ontario
Overview
STEGH is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse for its Rehabilitation Services department at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital. The RPN establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and families and assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care. The contract runs January 25, 2027 to July 31, 2028, with flexible tours under the OPSEU collective agreement.
Responsibilities:
- Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families
- Assess health needs of patients
- Plan, implement and evaluate patient care
- Support rehabilitation and restoration of function and independence
Requirements summary:
- Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current BLS certification
- Acute medical nursing assessment and planning skills
- Ability to administer medication including IV with physician's order
- One year of rehabilitation experience within last three years (preferred)
- Continuing education in geriatric nursing (preferred)
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | RPN, BLS, Palliative Care Fundamentals (Level 1), Gentle Persuasive Approaches, Crisis Intervention |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Practical nursing |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Paid training |
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STEGH
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 3 |
Posting Dates: November 4, 2026 - November 10, 2026
Contract Dates: January 25, 2027 - July 31, 2028 (may be extended or end sooner)
Are you a dedicated and skilled Registered Practical Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our dynamic healthcare team at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, where you will be essential in providing care to a wide range of patient populations, collaborating with a passionate group of professionals. We are looking for individuals committed to delivering the ultimate standard of care in a fast-paced, challenging and ever-changing environment.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
The RPN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through application of specialized knowledge, skill and judgement, both in assessing health needs and in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.
Do you want to learn more about a specific unit or department? Follow the link for details: Hospital Services – St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:
- Registered Practical Nurse, currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Registered Practical Nurse certificate or education and experience that allows the RPN to practice at full scope
- Current BLS Certification
- Proven ability to support rehabilitation and restoration in helping to regain independence, function and quality of life after illness or injury
- Proven assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation skills related to acute medical nursing with the ability to work independently, utilizing critical thinking skillset
- Basic computer skills (Outlook email, Cerner, Electronic Patient Record)
- Capability to administer medication inclusive of IV medication administration, with a physician’s order
- Ability to assess, adapt and respond within a constantly changing environment
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing/continuous professional development
- Excellent attendance record in alignment with STEGH’s attendance policy
- Acceptable performance record in alignment with STEGH’s mission, vision, values and code of conduct
WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:
- One (1) year of rehabilitation experience within the last three (3) years
- Continuing education in geriatric nursing
- Certificates in: Palliative Care Fundamentals (Level 1), Gentle Persuasive Approaches, Crisis Intervention
HOURS:
The successful candidate must be available to work all tours applicable to the department in accordance with the availability and non-availability requirements outlined in the OPSEU Service Collective Agreement. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Full-Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
- Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits
- Training and development opportunities
- Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker
- Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions and much more!
- Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym
- An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse and talented workplace
- Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard
Ready to join our team? Apply today!
*This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization
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