Job Description

CUPE

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse (Repost)

Status: Regular Full Time

Department: I/P SURGERY FLOAT POOL

Program: Surgical Program

DDNN; 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering

Wage Schedule: $36.140 - $38.160 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500001321



This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 11 September 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 18 September 2025.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:



Reporting to Manager of the Surgical Program, the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning implementation and evaluating nursing care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centered care environment. The Registered Practical Nurse is a highly skilled nurse that will be responsive to the staffing needs in the surgical inpatient units, providing pre- and post-operative care to a range of patient populations. As an individual practitioner, the nurse will maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. The nurse will be responsible for maintaining the health record according to hospital policy, procedure and standards.



QUALIFICATIONS:



Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing) Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited college Current B.C.L.S. certificate Proven related and effective experience in a Surgical In-Patient Unit or similar environment Recent experience in acute surgical care including PCA, Epidural management, central lines/TPN; chest tubes, management of complex wounds, ostomy care and management Demonstrated self-motivation regarding continuing education in areas of patient assessment, patient education, leadership Demonstrated ability to adapt to change in patient care assignments, patient care units and hospital sites within the Surgical Program Ability to lift, turn, transfer patients with the use of mechanical lifts Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participation in regular in service education sessions in this area Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:



The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.



Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.



Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.



At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.



Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.