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Oct 02, 2026

CARING FOR THE BODY, MIND & SPIRIT SINCE 1869

Palliative Care
Parkwood Institute Main - London, ON
Full Time
Salary Range: $39.96 - $40.37 /hour

It is understood that the hours of work reflect the current scheduling arrangements and are subject to change as determined by the Employer. Flexibility is required to cover all shifts including weekends and statutory holidays.

The Palliative Care Unit is comprised of 18 beds and is part of the Complex Care Program. The Unit provides pain and symptom management and end of life care for patients with a life limiting illness. Our interdisciplinary team provides a holistic and team-oriented approach to care, focusing on the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of our patients. Our ultimate goal is to earn the complete confidence of our patients and their families by providing exceptional care that meets their individualized care needs. We value respect, excellence, and compassion and consistently demonstrate these values in our interactions with our patients, families, and coworkers.

Essential Qualifications

Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA

Current RPN certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario





Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration

Valid CPR certificate

Successful completion of the Fundamentals Palliative Care course or ability to successfully complete within 12 months

Registered to attend the CAPCE course and ability to successfully complete within 24 months

Successful completion of a nursing competency test

Experience and knowledge of the nursing care needs of the palliative care patient

Must be capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships and be able to work as an effective team member

Demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills

Superior communication skills both written and verbal

Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process

Excellent problem solving skills

Ability to apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in French would be an asset

Successful completion of CAPCE

Teaching and Research

St Josephs Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.

Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing

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📌 Registered Practical Nurse (Ontario)
🏢 St. Joseph's Health Care London
📍 Ontario