Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Perianesthesia

Hotel Dieu Hospital Site | Kingston Health Sciences Centre

Position Numbers: 50064946, 50064850
Department: Perianesthesia, Hotel Dieu Hospital
Status: (2) Part-Time Positions
Hours of Work: 0600-1400, 0630-1430, 0700-1500, 1000-1800
Pay Band: Band R ($35.21 - $39.02/hour)
Union: CUPE

Make a Difference in Surgical Patient Care

Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) is seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Practical Nurses to join our Perianesthesia team at the Hotel Dieu Hospital site. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a specialized, patient-focused environment supporting individuals through an important stage of their surgical journey.

As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide exceptional nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures and recovering from anesthesia. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care, enjoy collaborating with healthcare professionals, and thrive in a dynamic clinical setting, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join KHSC?

At KHSC, you'll become part of one of Canada's leading academic health sciences centres, where innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care are at the heart of everything we do.

We offer:

- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
- A supportive and collaborative interdisciplinary team setting
- Access to specialized clinical experiences
- Meaningful work that directly impacts patient outcomes and experiences
- A commitment to excellence in patient and family-centered care

Why Choose Perianesthesia Nursing?

Perianesthesia nursing offers a unique opportunity to care for patients during a critical stage of their surgical journey. Working in this specialized practice area allows nurses to build advanced assessment skills, develop expertise in post-operative care, and make a direct impact on patient recovery and outcomes.

As a member of the Perianesthesia team, you will:

- Provide hands-on care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures
- Develop specialized skills in patient assessment, monitoring, pain management, and discharge readiness
- Work collaboratively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, Registered Nurses, and allied health professionals
- Care for patients across a variety of surgical specialties
- Enhance critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills through the management of changing patient needs
- Experience a fast-paced and rewarding practice environment
- Gain valuable specialty nursing experience that supports future career growth and development





Whether you are looking to expand your clinical expertise or pursue a rewarding specialty practice, Perianesthesia Nursing at KHSC offers an exceptional opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.

About the Role

Reporting to the Program Manager or designate, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is accountable to the public and responsible for ensuring that practice and conduct meet legislative requirements and the standards of the profession as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).

The RPN provides nursing care within their full scope of practice and contributes to the delivery of KHSC's strategic priorities through a commitment to excellence in patient and family-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Patient and Family Care

- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care using evidence-informed practice
- Prioritize patient care based on individual needs
- Monitor patients and recognize changes in condition, consulting appropriately with the healthcare team
- Develop and coordinate care plans to achieve desired patient outcomes
- Provide patient and family education and support
- Assign, teach, and supervise Unregulated Care Providers as appropriate
- Demonstrate critical thinking and clinical judgment within the RPN scope of practice

Team Collaboration

- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care
- Participate in care planning and discharge planning activities
- Contribute positively to the functioning of the unit and healthcare team
- Support ethical decision-making and quality patient care initiatives

Quality Improvement

- Identify opportunities to improve patient safety and care delivery
- Participate in quality improvement activities and initiatives
- Support a culture of continuous improvement and excellence

Professional Practice & Development

- Maintain competence and professional accountability
- Participate in continuing education and lifelong learning
- Act as a mentor and resource to colleagues, students, and support staff
- Contribute to a positive professional practice environment
- Participate in research activities and evidence-informed practice initiatives

Qualifications





Required

- Graduate of a Registered Practical Nurse Diploma Program from an accredited Community College
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, or eligible and actively pursuing registration
- Demonstrated knowledge of CNO standards and RPN scope of practice
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
- Basic computer proficiency
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Demonstrated commitment to regular attendance
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening

Physical Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to meet the physical demands of the position.

Join KHSC's Perianesthesia team and play a vital role in helping patients safely recover and return home following surgery. Apply today and build your career in a rewarding specialty nursing environment.

KHSC is located on the ancestral lands and waters of the Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee and serves a wider geographical area that encompasses many Indigenous communities including Tyendinaga, Katarokwi, as well as communities within the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. As we partner in care, discovery, and learning to achieve better health outcomes for our communities, KHSC is committed to actively advocating for and acting upon the Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s Calls to Action on Health.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at KHSC. KHSC is committed to recruitment practices that support and contribute to building a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace in compliance with legislation such as the Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We welcome all applications from women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, persons in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and members of other equity deserving groups.

Kingston Health Sciences Centre may use artificial intelligence systems to assess and screen applicants. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with KHSC policies and applicable employment legislation.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for next steps will be contacted. Kingston Health Sciences Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please notify the Recruitment Team.

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