Position DetailsJob Number:JR01578Department:Mother and Baby Combined Care UnitThis position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)Job Type:Temporary (Fixed Term), Part timeContract Duration: (If applicable)16 monthsNumber of Positions:1Union:CUPE Local 786Hourly Rate (Min / Max):$35.91 - $39.02ScheduleWork Days:Holidays, Monday to Sunday, WeekendsTime of Day:Days, NightsShift:Hours -12Shift Start: (If applicable)AM 07:00, PM 19:00Reason for Posting:Posting is for a role with an existing vacancyApplication DatesOpening Date:2026-08-06Closing Date:2026-08-13Job DescriptionPosition Summary:The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides nursing care for clients to promote health and assess need for provision of care and treatment of health conditions by supportive preventive therapeutic palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal function. The RPN role models professional values beliefs and attributes and practices in accordance with the SJHH mission and values policies and procedures and College of Nurses Standards and Guidelines. A high level of collaboration between RPN and RN is required to ensure safe and effective care. The RPN provides care for less complex clients whose outcomes are more predictable and risk for negative outcomes is low. The RPN is accountable to recognize changes in acuity and/or complexity in client needs and consulting with a Registered Nurse (RN)



in determining next steps in provision of care.Qualifications:Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required ANDPractical Nursing Diploma from an accredited college program with evidence of IV medication administration as part of the basic educational curriculumORPractical Nursing Diploma from an accredited college program and IV medication administration certificate from an accredited college program if this content was not included in the basic diploma educational curriculumORPractical Nursing Certificate from an accredited college program a medication administration certificate and an IV medication administration certificate from an accredited college programApplicants must hold current registration in the Province of Ontario including Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration CertificationRecent clinical experience (within the last 2 years) in Maternal-Newborn nursingNeonatal Resuscitation Provider certification or commitment to successfully complete within 3 months of employmentPreference will be given to candidates who possess the following:a) Perinatal Nursing Certificate from a recognized College or C.N.A. certificationb) Breastfeeding Certificate from a recognized College programc) International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)



designationWillingness and ability to cross-train within the maternal newborn program citing a secondary area of interestGeneral Nursing experienceDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively and tactfully maintain good interpersonal relationships and set own workload prioritiesDemonstrated problem-solving and organization skills and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary teamDemonstrated organizational interpersonal communication teaching problem-solving and delegation skillsPreference will be given to applicants with recent maternal-newborn experience and Perinatal & Breastfeeding coursesDemonstrated commitment to continuing education and learning related to the nursing care of childbearing women newborns children and their familiesGood work performance and demonstrated positive attendance record are essentialA resume regarding further education special courses and experience should accompany the applicationSt. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.
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📌 Registered Practical Nurse - Mother Baby (Ontario)
🏢 St. Joseph
📍 Ontario