Registered Practical Nurse - Support

Position Details

Job Number:

JR00030

Department:

Emergency Department ED

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:

Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Job Type:

Regular, Full time

Contract Duration: (If applicable)

0 months

Number of Positions:

1

Union:

CUPE Local 786

Hourly Rate (Min / Max):

$35.91 - $39.02

Schedule

Work Days:

Holidays, Monday to Sunday

Time of Day:

Afternoons, Days, Nights

Shift:

Hours -12

Shift Start: (If applicable)

AM 07:00, AM 10:00, AM 11:00, PM 19:00

Application Dates

Opening Date:

2026-06-03

Closing Date:

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides nursing care for clients to promote health and assess need for provision of care and treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventive, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal function. The RPN role models professional values, beliefs and attributes, and practices in accordance with the SJHH mission and values, policies and procedures, and College of Nurses Standards and Guidelines. A high level of collaboration between RPN and RN is required to ensure safe and effective care. The RPN provides care for less complex clients whose outcomes are more predictable and risk for negative outcomes is low. The RPN is accountable to recognize changes in acuity and/or complexity in client needs and consulting with a Registered Nurse (RN) in determining next steps in provision of care.

Full Time Support positions will be utilized to cover maternity leaves, medical leaves and other long-term leaves. The incumbent may be assigned to cover longer term or shorter term/episodic needs within the unit.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required.

• Education in one of the below categories is required:
  a) Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited Community College program with evidence of IV medication administration as part of the basic educational curriculum.
  b) Practical Nursing Diploma from an accredited Community College program and IV medication administration certificate from an accredited Community College program if not included in basic diploma curriculum.
  c) Practical Nursing Certificate from an accredited Community College program, a medication administration certificate and an IV-medication certificate from an accredited Community College program.

• Current BCLS/HCP certification required

• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families

• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred

• Demonstrated ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice per the College of Nurse of Ontario.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients/clients, families and other members of the health care team.

• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work in response to client/patient needs.

• Demonstrated knowledge of transfers and lifts.

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement.

• Basic skill level with computers, MS Word, Internet searches, data entry and patient information systems.

• Excellent work performance and attendance record is essential.

Emergency Department-specific Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years recent related clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred

Reason for Posting:

This requisition is for an existing vacancy

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.