RPN Registered Practical Nurse

Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.

Department/Unit/Program Description

The Medical Inpatient Unit is an acute care unit supported by a patient-centered multi-disciplinary team which respects patients' confidentiality, rights, and choices. All patients requiring medical care can be admitted to the medical program. The most common types of patients admitted to the unit are: acute coronary syndromes (heart attacks, angina), congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, and pneumonia.

*** Ross Memorial Hospital qualifies for the Government of Canada's Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Nurses may be eligible to receive up to $30,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness ***

Position Summary

The Medical Unit is currently seeking a Permanent Part-Time Registered Practical Nurse to join their healthcare team.

Effective Date: November 23, 2026

Essential Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration
• Current C.P.R. Certification, on hire
• Certified in tracheotomy suctioning, continuous bladder maintenance and simple dressings
• Demonstrated ability to deal co-operatively and effectively with all levels of staff and the public
• Demonstrated high level of communication, organizational and time management skills
• Current medication course for R.P.N.
• Must be compliant with College of Nurses Quality Assurance Standards
• Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per current Physical Demands Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Trained in EPIC - training can be provided, but must pass required testing

Hours of Work

Must be available to work twelve [12] hour day and night shifts, Monday to Sunday. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Employment Equity

Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.

Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.