Registered Practical Nurse

As a member of the healthcare team, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides quality patient care to patients within the RPN scope of practice, and in collaboration with the RN when indicated. 

The Ambulatory Care Department (administered through the Cardiac and Vascular Programs) at the General site is home to a variety of medical and surgical clinics. The department operates Monday to Friday. The multidisciplinary team consists of RNs, RPNs, Ward Aides, Ward Clerks and Cardiovascular/ECG Technicians. 

days, evenings 

1. Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse 
2. Current certificates or current community college studies in asepsis, wound care, physical assessment, venipuncture, medication administration including the administration of IV medications, and transcription of physicians orders 
3. Current CPR Certificate 
4. Recent (minimum 2 years) experience in a clinic setting 
5. Demonstrated ability to function within an interdisciplinary team including nursing collaboration with RN and other members of the health care team 
6. Demonstrated ability to function in a fast-paced environment 
7. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, families, and other members of the health care team 
8. Demonstrated leadership, critical-thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills 

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note\: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement 
Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement 
Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement 
Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement 
Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement