Registered Practical Nurse

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in collaboration with the inter-professional team will deliver care and treatment to patients whose care needs are well defined and established; with predictable outcomes and manageable responses. This is accomplished through assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, education and preventative measures for the maintenance of health and functional abilities to a diverse patient population. The RPN provides excellent care by demonstrating compassion, professionalism and respect. This opportunity is to replace existing vacancies.

Please note that our nurses do not work only days, evenings, or nights; must be able to do either day/evening or day/night.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Current certificate of competence as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Diploma from a recognized RPN program or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in a Rehabilitation/Complex Continuing Care Hospital or Acute Care Hospital preferred
- If graduated prior to 1995, must have medication administration certificate from an approved community college
- Physical Assessment course essential
- Good understanding of the College of Nurses of Ontario, Standards of Practice
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification (BCLS) required
- Active involvement in own/our continuing education
- Good organizational skills and ability to manage workload
- Experience with Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with the interprofessional team, patients and their families
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Demonstrated ability to provide culturally sensitive and senior friendly patient care
- An Excellent Attendance Record is a prerequisite

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre,



all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

While we thank all applicants only those under consideration for the position will be contacted.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We strive to create a supportive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.

Diverse perspectives help us deliver safe, high-quality, and compassionate care. We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and seniors.

As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process upon request.

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: $38.28 per hour

Perks:

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Our shifts include a mix of 8-hour (Days: 7am-3pm, Evenings: 3pm-11pm, Nights: 11pm-7am), and 12-hour shifts (Days: 7am-7pm, Nights: 7pm-7am). Are you okay with this?

Experience:

- Rehab/Complex Care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- BLS Certification (required)
- CNO Registration (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Registered Practical Nurse (Toronto)
🏢 Runnymede Healthcare Centre
📍 Toronto