VACANCY NUMBER:

0000026085

LOCATION: Chatham-Kent, Ontario

POSITION:

Registered Practical Nurse

This posting is for an existing position

DEPARTMENT:

Emergency, Chatham

STATUS:

Temporary Regular Part-Time

(May 11, 2026 to May 11, 2027)

OF POSITIONS:

1

SALARY RANGE:
$37.24-$38.19

POSTING DATE: 25 March 2026

BARGAINING UNIT:

Unifor

**In order to be considered, please ensure that you attach your current resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skill, Experience)

• Current Certification of Competence as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

• RPN Diploma preferred

• Current BCLS certification

• Minimum 2 years Emergency Services experience

• Electrocardiography Certification/Course

• Electrocardiography experience

• Phlebotomy Certification

• Critical Care Course/Completed modules

• Practice level consistent with the full scope of practice as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario, which includes but is not limited to:

• Evidence of the successful, administration and management of blood & blood products

• Evidence of the successful completion and/or practice in processing physician orders, administration of oral, subcutaneous, IM, suppository, aerosol and IV medications, venipuncture and IV Initiation and management

• Proficiency in the use of patient assessment technology (vital signs/cardiac monitor, oximeter, and infant weigh scale)

• First aide training/knowledge of application of ice, heat, slings, splints, dressings and compression bandages)

• Experience with Geriatric, Pediatric, and Mental Health patient populations preferred.

-Computer skills - Intranet, Microsoft Office, Care Manager, STAR, Solcom, Risk Monitor Pro

• Advanced clinical assessment skills course or equivalent preferred

• Current Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCPI)

• Demonstrated adherence to the expectations of nursing practice at CKHA

• Member of RPNAO preferred

• Satisfactory attendance