Registered Practical Nurse - VH IP General Surgery

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

Posting Period

Open: November 4, 2026

Deadline: November 18, 2026

UNIFOR

This position is covered by a collective agreement. Applications from outside the Bargaining Unit are welcome but can only be considered if the position is not filled from within this Bargaining Unit.

Department Name

VH IP General Surgery

Reporting to the Coordinator, the Registered Practical Nurse supports patient centered care in the General Surgery inpatient unit within the Surgical Clinical Business Unit. The Registered Practical Nurse provides care for patients receiving emergent and elective surgical treatment for cancers of bowel, pancreas, thyroid and adrenal gland. Treatment and management of fistulas, hepato-biliary disease and bowel obstructive disorders is also provided.

What we offer:

Regular Full Time

• Rate of Pay: $37.10 per hour - $37.77 per hour
• Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
• Pension Plan: HOOPP
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Internal career progression and advancement opportunities across departments and sites
• Educational opportunities, scholarship programs, and workshops
• Health and wellness programs, including onsite workout facilities
• Staff parking rates and discounts with local merchants on apparel, auto sales, beauty and spa, food and drink, service providers, home and garden, travel, etc.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of General Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers course: BLS-HCP(C)
• Successful Completion of a Pharmacology course
• Six (6) months of recent nursing experience
• Demonstrated competency in PCA/Epidural management, venipuncture and I.V. starts, preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of Automated Clinical Systems, knowledge of Cerner or an electronic health record, preferred
• Demonstrated excellent assessment and technical skills, and proven problem solving and decision-making ability
• Demonstrated ability to practice at full scope of practice
• Demonstrate, adaptability, effective organizational skills and ability to manage change in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to practice effectively independently and as an effective team member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated adaptability and ability to manage change in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development
• Demonstrated computer proficiency with Automated Clinical Systems
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Vision, Purpose, and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

LHSC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Reason for Job Posting

Reason for Posting: Applicant Pool for Multiple Vacancies (to be filled immediately)

Immunization Requirements:

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.

Teaching, Learning and Research:

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or [email protected] .

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.