Registered Practical Nurse, Temporary Part Time, Rehabilitation - Parkside

Job Code: 18683

Status: Temporary Part Time (up to 18 months)

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $35.82 - $37.06

Posting Period: August 06, 2025 - August 15, 2025

As a member of an inter-professional team and working under full scope of practice, the role of the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) at Providence Care is to deliver safe, effective, patient-centered care to assigned patients in a non-acute setting, as outlined by hospital policies, procedures, and the Standards of Nursing Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario. The RPN will assist patients and their caregivers in managing clinical conditions and transitions, and enhance quality of life by addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• Active, unrestricted license to practice with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current CPR certificate
• College certificate required; diploma preferred
• Medication Certificate dated after 1985 meeting the requirements of the Ontario College of Nurses, if graduated before 1985

Position Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate competencies essential for safe and effective patient care
• Assist in evaluating the health status of patients with well-defined, established care needs, providing direct care
• Help establish priorities for care, including preventive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative aspects
• Advocate for patients and caregivers, recognizing them as major decision makers
• Seek assistance when knowledge, judgment, or skills are beyond scope or when safety may be compromised
• Evaluate patient care outcomes and modify plans based on responses, reporting as needed

Why Work at Providence Care Hospital:

• Specialized sub-acute care in rehabilitation, mental health, complex medical management, and palliative care
• A hospital committed to excellence in care, education, and research
• People-centered approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with benefits & vacation options
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State-of-the-art building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with various food options
• Orientation programs for new hires
• Focus on a healthy workplace and culture of quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Educational, mentorship, and bursary opportunities
• Affiliated with Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College, and other institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, surrounded by parkland and trails