Job Type

Full-time Permanent

This posting is for an existing vacancy

Hours/Shift

1.00 FTE, Day/Night, 11.25-hour shifts

Classification

RPN

Department

3E – Medical/Surgical/Intensive Care

Salary

$39.0669 to $41.4351 per hour

As per CUPE Local 1781 Collective Agreement

Closing Date

Monday, November 9, 2026

Description

Are you looking for a dynamic nursing career opportunity? Do you like the idea of thinking on your feet in fast-paced environments? As a medical/surgical RPN at Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH), you must be able to coordinate, organize and prioritize multiple patient assignments of varying complexities. While working as a member of a highly collaborative team; you have the autonomy to guide patients and their families through the hospital experience and to build rapport with internal and external stakeholders through advocating for patient treatment and providing excellent care for diverse needs.

You accomplish your goals through utilizing nursing best practices in diverse situations. Medical-surgical nursing offers many challenges and variety, which creates the development of leadership, organizational and time-management skills and knowledge of a wide range of nursing procedures, from basic to advanced.

Values

COMPASSION: We are empathetic, sensitive and understanding to the unique needs of our patients. their families, our staff and our communities.

COLLABORATION: We are stronger together, working as a team and with our partners to improve the health of our patients.

EXCELLENCE: We are committed to quality care and service excellence for every patient. We stay current on evolving science and share our expertise.

INTEGRITY: We are committed to honesty, confidentiality,



confidentiality and trust. We act in a professional and ethical manner to best meet the needs of our patients, their families, our staff and our communities.

RESPECT: We embrace the strength in our diversity and treat patients, families, staff and partners with dignity. We value each individual and bring trust to every relationship.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many advantages to joining our team:

- 2 weeks paid vacation
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada's largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
- Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes basic life insurance, short/long-term disability coverage, and voluntary custom options
- Hospitals of Ontario Disability Income Plan coverage that includes short-term sick pay and long-term disability
- Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
- Relocation and accommodation packages and support
- Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, an employee perks program, and much more

Qualifications

- Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario




- Current Certification in BLS and demonstrated ongoing competence through annual re-certification
- Certification in IV Therapy for RPN's with demonstrated ongoing competence
- Certification in Blood Glucose Monitoring and demonstrated continuing competence in BGM through annual recertification
- Competent to deliver medications in an acute care setting
- Ability to provide evidence of professional development
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates a multidisciplinary approach to patient care
- Reliable attendance record

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To

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