Job Description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Registered Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Care


2025-311

Choose Collingwood General & Marine Hospital:

Explore a meaningful career in a place where lifestyle and purpose align. Collingwood General & Marine Hospital (CGMH) is located on the beautiful shores of Georgian Bay and surrounded by the Blue Mountains. With access to skiing, hiking, paddling, and a vibrant arts and culture scene, Collingwood offers a four-season recreational lifestyle and a strong sense of community.




CGMH is an 84-bed acute care hospital serving over 74,000 permanent residents and welcoming 3.5 million annual visitors across Collingwood, Clearview, Wasaga Beach, and the Blue Mountains. Our team of over 1,200 staff, physicians, midwives, and volunteers is dedicated to delivering high-quality care in areas including emergency, surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics, dialysis, diagnostics, and mental health.




At CGMH, we're not just caring for today, we're building the healthcare system of tomorrow. Through our bold strategic plan, Tomorrow is Built Today, we are transforming care in South Georgian Bay.




To learn more about our redevelopment and capital campaign, visit: https://cgmh.on.ca/who-we-are/strategic-plan

Our Culture:

At Collingwood General & Marine Hospital, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster a workplace rooted in kindness, collaboration, continuous growth, and accountability. These values guide how we treat each other and how we care for our patients, creating an environment where trust, respect, and excellence thrive.




We are committed to our values:


Being kind - fostering a culture of compassion, empathy, and dignity in every interaction


Supporting each other - working together across all roles to uplift our team and our patients


Leading by example - setting a standard of integrity, fairness, and professionalism


Continuously growing - embracing curiosity, innovation, and learning to adapt to future needs

Why Join CGMH? Benefits That Start on Day One:

At CGMH, we're committed to the well-being and success of our team. New hires enjoy an industry-leading compensation package that includes:


CGMH endorses the Health Care Providers Group Insurance Plan which provides Group Benefits for you and your eligible dependents by enrollment only. Includes 4% vacation pay and 14% pay in lieu of benefits Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and access to Perkopolis discounts Access to Employee Education Assistance Program





In addition, CGMH participates in and qualifies for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN), and the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program (CSLFP). These programs are offered to nurses working in rural and remote communities--offering up to $25,000 (CCPN) over two years or $60,000 (CSLFP) in loan forgiveness over five years. To learn more about the government's work on these initiatives, visit: https://www.healthforceontario.ca/en/Home/All_Programs/Community_Commitment_Program_for_Nurses or https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid/grants-loans/repay/assistance/doctors-nurses.html.

The Opportunity:

Participates as a team member in the promotion, assessment, provision and delivery of quality care through supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative means in order to attain or maintain optimal function. Provides direct care for individuals, group of individuals including family members and significant other whose outcomes of care are predictable. RPNs that provide aspect of care in situation in which the patient's condition is complex and the outcomes of care are not predictable do so in collaboration with RNs and with other member of the health care team.

Qualifications:

Current Certificate of Registration as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario Possess current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certified in physical assessment, asepsis. Knowledge of principles of medical, surgical, geriatric, palliative, rehab (dependent on work area). Successful completion of IV Certification Excellent nursing assessment, communication, critical thinking, organization, documentation and problem solving skills Strong conflict resolution skills when dealing with staff, supervisors, physicians, patients and family members. Attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to exercise good judgement in recognizing situations that may require immediate attention of appropriate person/people. Ability to provide educational opportunities for clients and family, other health care providers and health care students. Knowledge of and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety and Infection Control Practices Must strive to continuously provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, staff, physicians, and volunteers Must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act Must have an ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) in the English language in order to provide excellent communication with team members, patients and families. Ability to communicate in additional language(s) is considered an asset. Must have basic computer skills Must be dedicated to professional growth & development Must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position, which may include physical demands such as moving/transferring patients, pushing, pulling, bending, etc. Must have demonstrated excellent attendance/performance record Excellent organization and prioritization skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assessment:


Assesses patients using a pre-established process Exercises clinical judgement within the scope of practice. Documents assessment according to the College of Nurses and CGMH Policies and Procedures. Collects and interprets subjective and objective data to identify care needs. Uses a variety of data collection and communication techniques and data sources.





Planning:


Contributes to the plan of care and activities for the patient using a consultative collaborative process to include: Care needs derived from assessment and input from the individual and other health care disciplines. Nursing interventions for each care need. Expected patient focused outcomes for each care need. Evidence-based nursing actions. Review of the plan each shift with revision of the plan according to ongoing assessment. Participation in discharge planning. Collaboration with other members of the team. Documentation reflective of the plan of care.





Implementation:


Administers patient care within scope of practice based on the established care plan. Provides health teaching according to a pre-established plan. Performs technical skill safely according to scope of practice, CGMH and unit specific Policies and Procedures. Meets the Hospital and unit specific standards for certification. Organizes and prioritizes care as mutually agreed with the patient and based on the nurse's clinical judgement. Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability. Seeks help and guidance as required. Documents all strategies and interventions. Evaluation: Evaluates the patient response and outcomes using a collaborative and consultative approach. Monitors patient responses and outcomes. Contributes to the modification of the plan of care to reflect the patient's changing needs. Anticipates and/or responds to expected and unexpected outcomes. Solicits assistance in response to unexpected outcomes. Documents ongoing evaluation of patient responses and outcomes. Coordination: Utilizes Organizational skills to facilitate care for assigned patients. Works collaboratively with colleagues on other units to share resources, problem solve and plan for care provision.





Communication:


Works with the patient, the health team and support services to provide professional service. Accesses a variety of resources representative of the multi-disciplinary team within the organization and, where required, of the community and other health care agencies. Reports changes in patient status to RN/MD. Uses skills and knowledge to act as a client advocate. Communicates in a manner that promotes respect for the individual. Identifies issues/concerns with respect to compromises to client care, the Hospital's Policies, Procedures and practices, etc. and initiates action to adjust the matter. Reports maintenance issues/equipment repairs.





Critical Thinking and Job Knowledge:


Applies the nursing process, Hospital and/or unit specific Policies or Procedures to guide practice. Uses resources effectively and efficiently to plan and meet need. Intervenes in situations where safety or wellbeing is compromised. Combines skills and knowledge to promote individualized client care in the work environment. Develops and/or maintains a plan of care for the patient as deemed appropriate in the clinical area. Performs nursing actions which implement the plan, including treatment, medications, personal care and activities of daily living. Applies the teaching plan to enhance client knowledge through education. Promotes a safe work environment through awareness of health and safety issues as they relate to the workplace and taking corrective action.





Leadership:


Promotes quality practice through assisting in planning and resource co-ordination. Acts as a role model by displaying good ethical practice and professional work habits. Commits to self-improvement in knowledge and skills. Supports educational activities within the organization by identifying and pursuing the need for specific education. Share expertise, knowledge and skill and acts as a resource to other staff. Assists in orientating and mentoring new staff when opportunities present. Preceptors for nursing staff.





Quality Improvement/Risk Management:


Supports and participates in quality improvement/risk management activities to facilitate improved patient care. Promotes utilization of mechanical aids to reduce risk of injury. Restock supplies. Adhere to Patient and Occupational Health & Safety responsibilities

More Information:

Location:

Ambulatory Care

Employee Group

: SEIU Service

Employment Type:

Temporary Part-Time (approximately 6 months)

Start Date:

In line with next Hospital Orientation intake

Hours of Work:

8 Hour Shifts, Monday to Friday. Please be reminded that as a Hospital, in order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7. Therefore, depending on the program for which you are applying, it may be an expectation that you are available to work weekdays and weekends, as well as all shifts - days, evenings, and nights.


Available on a predetermined basis for up to 22.5 hours per week (45/pay).

Wage:

$36.777 - $38.161 per hour plus applicable shift premiums for evenings, nights and weekends.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply online before 11:59pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format.




Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised that as part of the mandatory screening process CGMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation, plus a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check.




Collingwood General and Marine Hospital is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We encourage all qualified individuals who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace to apply. If contacted regarding a competition, please advise Human Resources of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.