Posted 6 days ago
Registered Practical Nurse, Surgical Oncology
@ Sinai Health
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Sinai Health is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse for its 26-bed surgical oncology unit at Mount Sinai Hospital, providing post-operative care after GI, breast, or urology surgery. The role is part time at 24 hours per week, with day and night shifts and patient ratios of 4:1 on days and 6:1 on nights. Candidates must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario and hold BCLS certification.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct, family-centred care to surgical oncology patients
- Complete physical assessments and administer medications
- Perform complex procedures such as wound care, IVs, and drain monitoring
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
- Mentor learners and peers
Requirements summary:
- Current CNO registration in good standing
- Graduate of a CNO-approved Practical Nursing program
- Current BCLS certification
- Two years of acute care experience preferred
- Strong assessment, communication and problem-solving skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-31
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-01
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 24 |
| Schedule | day, 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 | BCLS |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Practical Nursing |
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Sinai Health
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Mount Sinai Hospital, Joseph and Wolf Lebovic Complex which is part of Sinai Health, is an internationally recognized acute care academic health sciences centre. Sinai Health was formed through the integration of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, and the affiliation of our system partner, Circle of Care in 2015. Mount Sinai has been designated with Exemplary Status from Accreditation Canada and every aspect of patient care is anchored in a rigorous quality plan and monitoring of safety and quality goals. Mount Sinai Hospital is the first hospital in Canada to receive Magnet® status for nursing excellence and patient care. The Hospital is considered to be a top employer in Canada, receiving multiple awards for its employment and culture centred programs. Learn more about our Flagship Clinical Programs: http://www.mountsinai.on.ca/about_us/flagship-clinical-programs
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- 600 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M5G 1X5, CA
- 60 Murray St, Toronto, Ontario M5T, CA
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Mount Sinai Hospital, Joseph and Wolf Lebovic Complex which is part of Sinai Health, is an internationally recognized acute care academic health sciences centre. Sinai Health was formed through the integration of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, and the affiliation of our system partner, Circle of Care in 2015. Mount Sinai has been designated with…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1923 |
| Specialties | Labour and BirthNeonatal Intensive Care UnitCancerGeriatrics and Healthy AgeingGeriatric PsychiatryEmergency MedicineDiabetesResearchInflammatory Bowel Disease and Psychiatry |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 28 |
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Sinai Health is looking for an experienced Registered Practical Nurse, Surgical Oncology at Mount Sinai Hospital. This role offers Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) the opportunity to develop competencies in caring for patients across a range of medical conditions, enhancing your ability to provide comprehensive care and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. Benefit from our Magnet®-designated hospital environment that champions professional development and innovation in medical practices
About this team
We are a 26-bed surgical oncology unit providing post-operative care to patients who have undergone GI, breast, or urology surgery. Admissions to our unit come via our Emergency Department, ICU, and PACU teams. Typical patient ratios for nurses on our team are 4:1 on days and 6:1 on nights. The patient population is predominantly surgical oncology (including retroperitoneal, pelvic, visceral, sarcomas, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer), although we also see patients from general surgery, palliative care, and inflammatory bowel disease.
In this role you will:
- Provide direct patient and family centered care for Surgical Oncology patients
- Complete physical assessments on patients
- Provide direct patient care in accordance to the CNO standards and Sinai Health's policy and procedures
- Administer medications and provide any necessary care (including, but not limited to wound care, IVs, monitoring drains, prepare patients for procedures, etc.)
- Attend nursing rounds and participate in patient/family meetings
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, pharmacists, social workers, clinical nurse specialists, etc.
- Apply a broad range of nursing skills and procedures including (but not exclusive to) CADD pumps, chest tubes, nephrostomy tubes, complex wounds, central lines, enteral feeding tubes, TPN, CIWA monitoring, managing a Code Blues, and chemotherapy
- Participate in the mentoring of learners, peers and other regulated and unregulated health professionals
- Perform other duties consistent with the job classification as required
Job Requirements:
Mandatory
- Currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Graduate of a CNO-approved Practical Nursing (PN) program. Equivalent combined education and experience will be considered
- Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
Preferred
- 2 years of experience in clinical acute care clinical
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent health and clinical assessment skills
- Demonstrated ability in providing quality patient-focused care and addressing the fundamental care needs of patients and their families
- Proven ability to make sound professional judgements and practice decisions, and demonstrate effective time-management and organizational skills in a fast-paced work environment
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Excellent oral, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in interprofessional teams
If this sounds like you and you feel ready to build your career within nursing, apply now and let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team.
Job Type: Part Time
Hours: 24 hours per week
Vacancy Type:New/Replacement Vacancy
Union: NOW-S
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