Registered Practical Nurse, Veterans Care Program
About the role
Posting # 55807 - [ UNIFOR ]
Registered Practical Nurse, Veterans Care Program - 4 positions
Veterans Care Program
Parkwood Institute Main - London, ON
Part Time
Salary Range: $38.80 - $39.19 /hour
The Veterans Care Program assists war service Veterans whose daily functioning and health is affected by chronic illnesses as well as physical and mental health problems, which may include dementia. You will provide quality care and work within a comprehensive interdisciplinary team to promote the health and well-being and meet the social, emotional and spiritual needs of Veterans requiring substantial assistance with activities of daily living. We support Veterans to be as independent as possible and to reach their full capability within a safe environment. Families are key partners in our care team and are supported by the team to adjust and adapt to the changing needs of their family member.
May be required to work anywhere within the subprogram
It is understood that the hours of work reflect the current scheduling arrangements and are subject to change as determined by the Employer.
Essential Qualifications
- Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration
- Valid CPR certificate
- Successful completion of a nursing competency test
- Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
- Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process
- Ability to establish positive relationships with customers and to work as an effective team member
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and direct others
- Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving skills
- Superior communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to apply effective body mechanics to meet the physical demands of the position
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in French would be an asset
- Minimum one year experience working with people with progressive dementia, including those individuals with responsive behaviours
- Completion of GPA course
Teaching and Research
- St Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties
Immunization Requirements
- Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
- Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing
Posting date: October 27, 2025
Submission deadline: November 02, 2025
Stacy Kearns, Human Resources
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated.
Human Resources and Leaders use your profile information to evaluate your application for the vacancies you apply to.
Only those under consideration will be contacted.
About St. Joseph's Health Care London
St. Joseph’s Health Care London is a major patient care, teaching and research centre. Renowned for compassionate care, St. Joseph's is one of the best academic health care organizations in Canada dedicated to helping people live life to their fullest by minimizing the effects of injury, disease and disability through excellence in care, teaching and research.
Comprised of: St. Joseph's Hospital, Parkwood Institute, Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care, Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, and 12 team and service locations across the region.
Mission From the shortest visit to the longest stay, we earn complete confidence in the care we provide, and make a lasting difference in the quest to live fully.
Registered Practical Nurse, Veterans Care Program
About the role
Posting # 55807 - [ UNIFOR ]
Registered Practical Nurse, Veterans Care Program - 4 positions
Veterans Care Program
Parkwood Institute Main - London, ON
Part Time
Salary Range: $38.80 - $39.19 /hour
The Veterans Care Program assists war service Veterans whose daily functioning and health is affected by chronic illnesses as well as physical and mental health problems, which may include dementia. You will provide quality care and work within a comprehensive interdisciplinary team to promote the health and well-being and meet the social, emotional and spiritual needs of Veterans requiring substantial assistance with activities of daily living. We support Veterans to be as independent as possible and to reach their full capability within a safe environment. Families are key partners in our care team and are supported by the team to adjust and adapt to the changing needs of their family member.
May be required to work anywhere within the subprogram
It is understood that the hours of work reflect the current scheduling arrangements and are subject to change as determined by the Employer.
Essential Qualifications
- Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration
- Valid CPR certificate
- Successful completion of a nursing competency test
- Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
- Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process
- Ability to establish positive relationships with customers and to work as an effective team member
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and direct others
- Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving skills
- Superior communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to apply effective body mechanics to meet the physical demands of the position
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in French would be an asset
- Minimum one year experience working with people with progressive dementia, including those individuals with responsive behaviours
- Completion of GPA course
Teaching and Research
- St Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties
Immunization Requirements
- Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
- Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing
Posting date: October 27, 2025
Submission deadline: November 02, 2025
Stacy Kearns, Human Resources
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated.
Human Resources and Leaders use your profile information to evaluate your application for the vacancies you apply to.
Only those under consideration will be contacted.
About St. Joseph's Health Care London
St. Joseph’s Health Care London is a major patient care, teaching and research centre. Renowned for compassionate care, St. Joseph's is one of the best academic health care organizations in Canada dedicated to helping people live life to their fullest by minimizing the effects of injury, disease and disability through excellence in care, teaching and research.
Comprised of: St. Joseph's Hospital, Parkwood Institute, Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care, Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, and 12 team and service locations across the region.
Mission From the shortest visit to the longest stay, we earn complete confidence in the care we provide, and make a lasting difference in the quest to live fully.