2600002612 - Registered Practical Nurse

Job summary

Provide safe, holistic peritoneal dialysis care to acute and home-based patients, including managing treatment and offering ongoing advice, counselling, and education. Document care accurately, collaborate with nursing and multidisciplinary teams, and travel for home visits and between health sites as required.

Job details

CUPE Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse Status: Regular Part Time Department: Home Peritoneal Dialysis Program: Nephrology 8 and 12 Hour Shifts, Days, Evenings, Weekends, and On-Call Schedule (Subject to Change) Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa Wage Schedule: $37.690 - $39.800 per hour CUPE: 2600002612 (Subsequent) Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health! This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 1 October 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 6 October 2026. Duties And Responsibilities To apply the nursing process utilizing a patient- and family-centered approach in providing holistic, quality and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario, evidence-based nursing practices and the standards set by Lakeridge Health. To actively participate as a member of both the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. To maintain individual competence and uphold professionalism in alignment with current practice standards. To ensure accurate and timely documentation of nursing records. To function effectively within a multidisciplinary team. To provide education and training to patients, their essential care partners, community agency staff, and other stakeholders. To perform peritoneal dialysis both for acute admitted patients as well as in the home environment, including managing all aspects of care for peritoneal dialysis patients, and providing ongoing advice, counselling, and education related to their condition. Must be able to travel to complete patient home visits and between Lakeridge Health sites as required. Qualifications Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing); Current BCLS Home peritoneal dialysis experience required Demonstrated recent (within 2 years) clinical experience in Peritoneal dialysis Evidence of continuing education related to the requirements of the position: Nephrology certificate or evidence of progression towards completion required; Understanding of the principles of adult education and demonstrated ability to apply those principles Recent experience with the equipment related to home peritoneal dialysis therapies Previous experience in the area of patient education an asset Clinical knowledge and understanding of the CSN, KDOQI, KDIGO and ISPD Clinical Practice Guidelines Proven excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal Demonstrated excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills Ability to freely lift 20 kilograms required Physically capable of performing the duties of the position in order to lift, turn, and transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids; Demonstrated excellent organizational, time-management and team building skills Valid driving license for the province of Ontario required Access to personal vehicle for the purpose of making home visits required as part of the Home Peritoneal Dialysis Program required Ability to travel for home visits required Demonstrates values consistent with Lakeridge Health's Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation. Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community Strong work ethic and commitment is required Demonstrated high standards of work output Highly punctual Demonstrated professionalism and reliability Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca . Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants. Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Conditions Of Employment The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364. Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months. Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

What you’ll do

Provide safe, holistic peritoneal dialysis care to acute and home-based patients, including managing treatment and offering ongoing advice, counselling, and education. Document care accurately, collaborate with nursing and multidisciplinary teams, and travel for home visits and between health sites as required.

Requirements

Requires current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, current BCLS, recent peritoneal dialysis experience, home peritoneal dialysis experience, and a nephrology certificate or progress toward one. Candidates must also have relevant equipment experience, strong communication and clinical judgment, the ability to lift 20 kilograms, and a valid Ontario driver's licence with access to a personal vehicle.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Peritoneal Dialysis
• Patient- and Family-Centered Care
• Nursing Process
• Patient Education
• Clinical Documentation
• Multidisciplinary Teamwork
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Decision-Making
• Communication
• Time Management
• Adult Education
• Nephrology
• Home Visits
• Patient Transfer and Lifting

Job areas

• Healthcare

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