Job Description

Job Number:
J0925-0844
Union:
UNIFOR
Salary:
$34.01 - $35.95/Hour
Job Title:
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Operating Room
Job Status:
Casual
Department:
OR
Site:
Multi-site
Home Site:
Trenton Memorial Hospital
Secondary Site:
Belleville General Hospital
Job Category:
Nursing Careers
Number of Positions:
1
Hours:
Shifts are days, evenings: 8 hours plus call shifts
Required

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario,
• Completed Post Graduate Operating Room Certificate,
• Current CPR or BCLS certificate
• Minimum of 2 years' operating room experience in the last 5 years
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Available to work all shifts (days, evenings, weekends) and on call duty
• Must have demonstrated ability to work independently and have strong organizational skills
• Must have satisfactory work performance and attendance in present position
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload (Physical Demands Analysis PDA available to review),
• Medical Surveillance is required for personnel routinely working with mechanical equipment and the class of lasers used in the OR. A hearing test and eye exam must be arranged

Duties

• Utilizes the Nursing Process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.
• Provides preoperative teaching to patients & families as required
• Performs acts requiring specialized knowledge, skills and judgment in assessing health needs and in planning, administering and evaluating patient care in the operating room environment
• Responsible to work collaboratively with other members of the health care team who contribute to the provision of patient care.
• Maintains nursing records.
• Participates in Quality Improvement programs to ensure a high level of patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It's You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities-right where people need it most.
Located in scenic Quinte West, along the stunning Bay of Quinte, Trenton Memorial Hospital (TMH) serves a vibrant community rich in outdoor adventures, festivals, and family-friendly activities. As the regional hub for ophthalmology, we offer 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient services, day surgeries, and a full range of outpatient diagnostics and specialty clinics.
At TMH, our dedicated team of healthcare professionals treats patients like family, delivering exceptional care with skill, compassion, and unwavering loyalty. Join us and be part of something truly special!
Physical Demands Analysis
Strength

• Required Occasionally - lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds

Mobility

• Required Constantly - standing
• Required Frequently - walking, bending/stooping, sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling
• Required Occasionally - sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling
• Required Rarely - balancing, climbing

Dexterity

• Required Frequently - forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion
• Required Occasionally - fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down)
• Required Rarely - foot action

Equal Opportunity
We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or for assistance.

Skills Required