Position Number: 234328-67

**Position Available:**Registered Practical Nurse (Expeditor)
**Status:**Temporary Full-Time (1.0 FTE) - this position falls under the Part-Time Collective Agreement
**Department:**Emergency Department (ED)
**Union:**C.U.P.E.
**Shifts:**Monday-Friday 1300-2100- subject to change due to operational needs and may include day, night and weekend shifts due to coverage requirements

Rate of Pay:$37.15/hr - $39.02/hr

Posting Date: March 31, 2026

Closing Date: April 7, 2026

Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on April 7, 2026.

About Joseph Brant Hospital:

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.

Unit Summary:

Metrics confirm that our Emergency Department is one of the top performing hospitals in the province. The Emergency Department is a 42-bed unit that serves the community of Burlington and the surrounding area. Last year, we had approximately 45,000 visits and our volume continues to grow. Our Emergency serves patients of all ages and treats patients of every medical and mental health illness. We have several different areas in our department that provide care specific to the needs of the patients in that area. Our PES unit (Psychiatric Emergency Services) is a unique 4-bed mental health unit in our department. Our dedicated multi-disciplinary team collaborate to provide safe, high quality care to our patient population. This ambitious team delivers care reflecting our values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence. The unit is supported by 24 hour Charge Nurses, a Professional Practice Educator and a Unit Manager. Joseph Brant Hospital is supportive of career development and professional growth, welcoming new graduates to experienced nurses. We are a friendly, supportive team working together in a fast paced environment with a common goal of delivering excellent patient and family centered care.

Qualifications:

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse
• Must have a minimum of 2 years current or recent clinical experience within the last two (2) years in an Emergency or Critical Care setting
• Current BLS certification, ACLS preferred
• Coronary Care Nursing 1; must be obtained within 1 year of start date
• Demonstrated knowledge of emergency department flow for both ambulatory patients and the admitted patients
• Solid understanding of P4R metrics, EMS agreements and performance indicators
• Demonstrate the ability to competently assess the patient, intervene appropriately
• Demonstrate the knowledge, experience and ability to provide care for patients with a variety of needs including but not limited to : initiation and maintenance of IV's, venipuncture, administration of medication delivered via various routes, blood and blood product administration, patient controlled analgesia, capillary blood glucose monitoring, NG tubes, chest tubes, enteral feeds, wound management, oxygen therapy
• Demonstrate ability to function effectively in emergency situations.
• Demonstrated effective documentation skills
• Ability and knowledge to access hospital resources
• Demonstrated critical thinking, organizational skills, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Utilizes effective and respectful communication in coordinating patient flow with ED physicians and team members along with other departments in the hospital
• Demonstrate a caring, compassionate, customer focused attitude toward patients and family
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality and patient safety, as well as the safety of self and co-workers
• Demonstrated commitment to the Mission, Vision, Values and the Care Commitment of JBH
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous education and learning for self and others
• Demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, availability and performance

**Please Note:**Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at careers@josephbranthospital.ca or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

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