2600002997 - Registered Practical Nurse

Job summary

Provide nursing care on the Acute Medicine unit using the nursing process and applicable professional standards, including assessing and monitoring patients and maintaining accurate clinical documentation. Collaborate with the health care team, teach and supervise Personal Support Workers, and contribute to unit quality improvement initiatives.

Job details

CUPE Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse Status: Temporary Part Time (24 months) Department: G5 Acute Medicine Program: Medicine 12 Hour Shifts; Days/Nights/Weekends (Subject to Change) Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa Wage Schedule: $37.690 - $39.800 per hour Posting Reference: 2600002997 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 10 November 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 18 November 2026. Duties And Responsibilities The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) on the Acute Medicine (G5) unit is required to use the nursing process in providing patient care according to the standards and current scope of practice as set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the policies of Lakeridge Health Corporation; to participate as a member of the Health Care Team by conducting assessments, monitoring patients' medical status, supporting other team members in decision making, ensuring accuracy in clinical documentation of patient care needs and to participate in quality improvement initiatives relevant to the unit and organization as required. Nurses will teach, delegate, assign and supervise Personal Support Workers in delivery of patient care. As an individual practitioner, the RPN will maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice and other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college; Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing); Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is required; Current Medication Certificate with the ability to administer medications to patients; Proven related experience in Acute Medicine and/ or similar environment; CNA certification in geriatrics is an asset; Updated nursing skills including Aseptic Techniques and Patient Assessment courses; Effective organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, prioritization, time-management, and teaching skills; Ability to work with unregulated health care providers as according to the standards set out by the CNO standards and the LH policies and procedures; Demonstrated excellent communication skills both written and verbal; Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster good public relations and effective working relationships in a family centred environment; Demonstrated ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations; Proven ability to assume a leadership/preceptorship role; The ability to physically lift, turn and transfer patients manually and with the assistance of mechanical aids; Must have a satisfactory performance record; Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; and Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area 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 nursing care on the Acute Medicine unit using the nursing process and applicable professional standards, including assessing and monitoring patients and maintaining accurate clinical documentation. Collaborate with the health care team, teach and supervise Personal Support Workers, and contribute to unit quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Requires an accredited Registered Practical Nurse diploma, current good-standing registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, current Basic Life Support certification, and a medication certificate. Candidates need relevant acute medicine experience, updated nursing skills, strong communication and organizational abilities, and the capacity to respond to emergencies and safely move patients.

Listed skills

• Care Planning · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Patient Assessment
• Patient Monitoring
• Clinical Documentation
• Medication Administration
• Aseptic Techniques
• Acute Medicine
• Nursing Process
• Care Planning
• Delegation And Supervision
• Teaching And Preceptorship
• Emergency Response
• Quality Improvement
• Communication
• Organization And Prioritization
• Problem-Solving
• Patient Handling And Transfers

Job areas

• Healthcare

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