Top Benefits
About the role
Company Bio
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.
Position Summary
The CCP1/Palliative Unit is currently seeking a Temporary Part Time Registered Practical Nurse to join their healthcare team.
Effective Date: As Soon As Possible
Ending on or before: October 26, 2026
Department/Unit/Program Description
Continuing Care Program 1 (CCP1) is the home of the GERI Unit (Geriatric Engagement and Reintegration Unit). This unit is abilities-focused, embraces quality of life and encourages activation, mobilization and socialization. The goal is for patients to maintain function, leading to either a safe discharge home or to a long term care facility. Patients participate in group activation and recreation programming.
*** 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 ***
Essential Qualifications
- Current registration and member in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario, compliant with the Professional Standards and Standards of Practice for RPNs
- BCLS or current CPR certification essential, on hire
- Work Experience with non-invasive wound dressings required
- Post diploma courses and/or specialty experience in rehabilitation, palliative care and/or gerontology. Commitment to principles of care in these specialty areas is required
- Demonstrated skill in provision of supportive care for patients & families in complex situations
- Demonstrated skill in safe/correct techniques for transferring and positioning patients
- Experience with and demonstrated skill in providing client - centred care models
- Experience in a high performance interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Demonstrated effective communication skills with patients, families and professional team members, and community partners
- Professional practice reflects Ross Memorial corporate and CCP Program vision, values and goals
- Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per current Physical Demands Analysis
Preferred Qualifications
- Physical Assessment Course preferred (if not part of diploma program)
- Trained in Epic - training can be provided, but must pass required testing.
Hours of Work
Must be available to work 8 hour shifts (days, evenings, and nights) Monday to Sunday on a rotating schedule, and may include shifts every other weekend. 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.
About ROSS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes, Ross Memorial Hospital is an active, acute-care community hospital serving more than 80,000 local residents and seasonal visitors. 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 most recent expansion included the addition of MRI and Cardiac CT service. The Ross Family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.
Exceptional Care – Together: RMH strives to be an exceptional community hospital, valued by our patients and partners. We provide acute and continuing care, inspired by our patients and families, within a team that is committed to:
• Improving health by anticipating and responding to the health needs of the community; • Collaborating with our health service partners, both in our community and beyond; • Promoting a progressive and healthy work environment.
Top Benefits
About the role
Company Bio
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.
Position Summary
The CCP1/Palliative Unit is currently seeking a Temporary Part Time Registered Practical Nurse to join their healthcare team.
Effective Date: As Soon As Possible
Ending on or before: October 26, 2026
Department/Unit/Program Description
Continuing Care Program 1 (CCP1) is the home of the GERI Unit (Geriatric Engagement and Reintegration Unit). This unit is abilities-focused, embraces quality of life and encourages activation, mobilization and socialization. The goal is for patients to maintain function, leading to either a safe discharge home or to a long term care facility. Patients participate in group activation and recreation programming.
*** 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 ***
Essential Qualifications
- Current registration and member in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario, compliant with the Professional Standards and Standards of Practice for RPNs
- BCLS or current CPR certification essential, on hire
- Work Experience with non-invasive wound dressings required
- Post diploma courses and/or specialty experience in rehabilitation, palliative care and/or gerontology. Commitment to principles of care in these specialty areas is required
- Demonstrated skill in provision of supportive care for patients & families in complex situations
- Demonstrated skill in safe/correct techniques for transferring and positioning patients
- Experience with and demonstrated skill in providing client - centred care models
- Experience in a high performance interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Demonstrated effective communication skills with patients, families and professional team members, and community partners
- Professional practice reflects Ross Memorial corporate and CCP Program vision, values and goals
- Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per current Physical Demands Analysis
Preferred Qualifications
- Physical Assessment Course preferred (if not part of diploma program)
- Trained in Epic - training can be provided, but must pass required testing.
Hours of Work
Must be available to work 8 hour shifts (days, evenings, and nights) Monday to Sunday on a rotating schedule, and may include shifts every other weekend. 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.
About ROSS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes, Ross Memorial Hospital is an active, acute-care community hospital serving more than 80,000 local residents and seasonal visitors. 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 most recent expansion included the addition of MRI and Cardiac CT service. The Ross Family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.
Exceptional Care – Together: RMH strives to be an exceptional community hospital, valued by our patients and partners. We provide acute and continuing care, inspired by our patients and families, within a team that is committed to:
• Improving health by anticipating and responding to the health needs of the community; • Collaborating with our health service partners, both in our community and beyond; • Promoting a progressive and healthy work environment.