Registered Practical Nurse

Company Description Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always! At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve. Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care. Job Description Halton Healthcare is operating 35 Regional Beds at Milton District Hospital in an Alternative Level of Care Unit. A Registered Practical Nurse assigned to 2 North Regional Unit is primarily responsible for applying the nursing process to the care of patients in various clinical areas. You’ll be responsible and accountable for all elements of the practical nursing process when providing direct patient care. You’ll also be assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care based on specific components. You’ll assume responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient transition through the continuum of care, patient and family education, and supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction. You’ll administer medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. You’ll also be documenting observations, assessments and changes in patient's condition; collaborating with health team members to facilitate positive patient care outcomes as well as providing a full range of practical nursing care to patients. Qualifications Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes. Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Current BCLS Certification at time of hire. Recent practical nursing experience in acute medicine an asset Excellent verbal and written communication skills Computer proficiency Caring attitude with patients, families and co-workers Must be physically able to do the job that involves heavy lifting and intensive physical effort. Strong physical assessment skills is required (preference will be given to applicants that have taken the physical assessment course) Excellent critical thinking skills, with an ability to set priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment Demonstrates commitment to continuing education. Satisfactory employment and attendance record. The ideal candidate is strong in patient centered care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation. Additional Information Status: Temporary Full-time (Approx. 18 months) Hours: Monday - Sunday various rotating shifts; 0730-1530, 1530-2330, 1930 to 0730hrs - (Hours may be subject to change based on operational requirements) Salary: $36.080 to $39.020 per hour Date Posted: August 18, 2026 Internal Applicants Due By: August 25, 2026 REF3950S Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting. Please note that while this job is posted on Halton Healthcare's career page, it may also appear on third-party job boards. These external platforms may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, for candidate screening and matching. We do not control or influence these processes. To ensure your application is reviewed by our team, we recommend applying directly through our Halton Healthcare careers site. We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation. The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital. This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare’s Immunization Policies. All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. FTE: 1.0 FTE Union Status: CUPE 815 Shift Schedule (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs): Mon - Sun - All Shifts, weekends and holidays Employment Status: Temporary Full-time Department: MD 2N Regional IP Length of temporary contract: Approx. 18 months Site Location: Milton

The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for applying the nursing process to provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, and evaluation. They will coordinate patient transitions, administer medications, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Candidates must have current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and BCLS certification. Strong physical assessment skills, critical thinking abilities, and the capacity to perform heavy lifting are required.

• Health surveillance programs • Immunization support

• TeamworkPreferred

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• Nursing process
• Patient assessment
• Medication administration
• Critical thinking
• Patient education
• Documentation
• Collaboration
• Communication skills
• Computer proficiency
• Physical assessment
• Acute medicine
• Teamwork
• Care Coordination
• Influencing Skills
• Direct Patient Care
• Influencing Without Authority
• Accountability
• Lifting Ability
• Compassion
• Planning
• Patient/Family Education
• Patient-Centered Care
• Acute Medicine
• Nursing Process
• Artificial Intelligence
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Cooperation
• Critical Thinking
• Clinical Surveillance
• Innovation
• Medication Administration
• Nursing Care
• Operations

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Registered Practical Nurse
• Registered Nurse (General)
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 26, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week