Reference #

01083

Posted

Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 at 1:27pm

Scope

Public Applications Accepted

Position

Registered Practical Nurse

Department

OR

Vacancy

Yes

Term

Permanent, Part-Time

Pay

$36.340 to $39.019 as per the CUPE Collective Agreement

VALUES AND COMMITMENT

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose isPeople First,and our core values ofIntegrity,Quality,Respect,CompassionandTeamwork**are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via careers@nhh.ca. Wedo notuse artificial intelligence in our hiring process.

LOCATION AND ABOUT NHH

Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH delivers a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. Acute services include emergency and intensive care, medical/surgical care, obstetrical care and palliative care. Post-acute specialty services (PASS) include restorative care and rehabilitation. Mental health care, cancer and supportive care, dialysis and other ambulatory care clinics are offered on an outpatient basis through partnerships with regional centres and nearby specialists. NHH offers a full range of diagnostic services, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and mammography. The hospital serves the catchment area of west Northumberland County. A mixed urban and rural population of approximately 67,000 residents, west Northumberland comprises the Town of Cobourg, the Municipality of Port Hope, Alderville First Nation and the townships of Hamilton, Cramahe and Alnwick/Haldimand. NHH employs more than 850 people and relies on the additional support provided by physicians, midwives and volunteers. NHH is an active member of Ontario Health (East)—formerly the Central East Local Health Integration Network—and the Ontario Health Team of Northumberland. For more information, please visit nhh.ca or follow us on Facebook @northumberlandhillshosp, and LinkedIn Northumberland Hills Hospital.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The successful incumbent will provide care in accordance with the Professional standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario. They, as a member of Surgical Services have a significant role in promoting health, preventing illness, and helping clients to meet overall health related needs. As a member of the multi-disciplinary team, the O.R. Technician performs duties as practiced in accordance with the O.R.N.A.C. standards of perioperative nursing.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Registered Practical Nursing Diploma from a recognized community college

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

• Current Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

• Successful completion of a fully accredited College Operating Room Technician course required

• Minimum 1 year Medical/ Surgical experience

• Recent Operating Room experience required within the last 2 years; Familiar with the use and function of surgical equipment

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing education

• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience working with the public

• Demonstrated Critical Thinking skill

• Competence in interpreting and analyzing clinical data and taking appropriate action/intervention

• Follows safe and healthy work practices and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, use of established reporting mechanisms for injuries, illness and hazards and adherence to health and safety related policies and procedures

• Applicant has a demonstrated understanding of Northumberland Hills Hospital’s Mission, Vision and Values

• Applicant has a demonstrated understanding of ‘Person-and-Family-Centered’ Model of Care

• Ability to take on-call on a rotating basis as required—must be within 20 minutes driving distance from the Hospital

• The staff will respond to the call immediately. The staff will come to the Surgical Suite and be prepared for the surgery within 30 minutes of receiving the call (NPR-X010)

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in an active, rapidly changing, stressful environment with multiple demands

• Ability to make decisions and prioritize workload and demands effectively

• Ability to focus on complex instructions and tasks in an environment with many distractions

• Intense visual concentration required for processing practitioners’ orders, carrying out medication administration routines and interpreting electronic physiological monitoring equipment

• Physical ability to lift, pull, push, carry, reach and physically support patients with assistance, as required

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time with repetitive bending

• Adheres to safe and healthy workplace practices and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, use of established mechanisms for injuries and hazards, and adheres to health and safety related policies and procedures

• Able to function independently and as a team member and maintains good interpersonal relations while performing duties

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment. When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.

We thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.