Job Category: Nursing Hospital Location: Newmarket ON Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time Number of Positions: 1 Union: SEIU SERVICE Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $38.39 - $39.02
Why Join Our Team? Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable). Progressive health and dental benefit plans. HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing. Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.
ABOUT THE ROLE: The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) role models clinical excellence and the core competencies of the practice standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), as well as the policies and procedures of Southlake Health. The RPN works collaboratively as a member of the health care team. The RPN provides direct patient care to patients based on the three-factor framework as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario standard, RN and RPN Practice: The Client, Nurse and the Environment. These three factors have an impact on decision making related to care-provider assignment as well as the need for consultation and collaboration among care providers. All nurses make a commitment to lifelong learning. The successful candidate will be motivated, self-directed and a key member of a agile interdisciplinary team with defined roles focused on quality patient care and patient flow. The successful candidate will be responsible to provide excellent care to a diverse acute and subacute patient population in a fast-paced setting. CRT RPNs are responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care for assigned patients in many inpatient areas of the hospital, including but not limited to, Emergency, Medicine, Maternal Child, Surgery, Cardiac, Mental Health, Restorative Care, off site clinical units and other units/specialties based upon skills, experience, education and competencies when required. All successful candidates are offered a comprehensive orientation, typically 12 weeks pending learning needs. For new graduates, we also offer opportunities through the Ministry’s Nursing Graduate Guarantee initiative. We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspectives each candidate brings to our organization.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: Provides patient and family focused care within the RPN scope of practice, based on the three factor framework of the College of Nurses of Ontario
Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes




Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines and legislation
Communicates effectively with patients, families and all members of the healthcare team
Practices collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide care for patients/clients with complex health issues
Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team
Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed
Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis
Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness
Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units
Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care
Other duties as assigned by Manager/delegate
WHAT YOU BRING: RPN diploma from a recognized school of nursing
RPN Certificate of Registration, in good standing, from the College of Nurses of Ontario
Current BLS certification required CC1 or equivalent to be successfully completed within three (3) months of hire - in house course provided and supported financially, if required
Ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice as per the College of Nurses of Ontario
Recent experience working in a medical or surgical nursing unit within the last two (2) years preferred
Current competence in using glucose monitoring devices
Initiation and maintenance of intravenous and CVAD experience preferred
Ability to set priorities and organize work in response to patient/client needs
Demonstrates commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement
Demonstrates analytical and problem assessment skills
Demonstrates commitment to collaboration and patient and family centered care
Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all
Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
Demonstrated problem assessment skills
Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
Demonstrated individual leadership skills




Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and families as well as other members of the healthcare team within a challenging and exciting health care environment
Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspective each candidate brings to our organization.
Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S; Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S; policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process.
Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism at Southlake Health Southlake Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.

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📌 Registered Practical Nurse - Clinical Resource Team, CRT (Ontario)
🏢 Southlake
📍 Ontario