Registered Practical Nurse - Emergency

Posting Dates: August 13, 2026 to August 19, 2026 Are you a dedicated and skilled Registered Practical Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our dynamic healthcare team at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, where you will be essential in providing care to a wide range of patient populations, collaborating with a passionate group of professionals. We are looking for individuals committed to delivering the ultimate standard of care in a fast-paced, challenging and ever-changing environment. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: The RPN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through application of specialized knowledge, skill and judgement, both in assessing health needs and in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care. Do you want to learn more about a specific unit or department? Follow the link for details: Hospital Services – St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital WHAT YOU MUST HAVE: Registered Practical Nurse, currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Registered Practical Nurse certificate or education and experience that allows the RPN to practice at full scope Current BLS Certification Proven assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation skills related to acute medical nursing with the ability to work independently, utilizing critical thinking skillset Basic computer skills (Outlook email, Cerner, Electronic Patient Record) Capability to administer medication inclusive of IV medication administration, with a physician’s order Ability to assess, adapt and respond within a constantly changing environment Demonstrated commitment to ongoing/continuous professional development Excellent attendance record in alignment with STEGH’s attendance policy Acceptable performance record in alignment with STEGH’s mission, vision, values and code of conduct WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE: One (1) year of Emergency Department or high-acuity nursing experience within the last three (3) years Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) with Canadian Nurses Association Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Canadian Triage and Acuity Score (CTAS) ACLS Certification (willingness to obtain before employment start date is required) HOURS: The successful candidate must be available to work all tours applicable to the department in accordance with the availability and non-availability requirements outlined in the OPSEU Service Collective Agreement. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Full Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits Training and development opportunities Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions and much more! Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse and talented workplace Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard Ready to join our team? Apply today! *This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization

The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships and providing specialized care to patients in the Emergency Department. They must assess health needs, plan and implement patient care, and respond effectively within a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Candidates must be a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and hold current BLS certification. Preference is given to those with at least one year of emergency or high-acuity nursing experience and relevant certifications like CEN, ENPC, or TNCC.

• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan • Paid vacation • Comprehensive benefits plan • Training and development opportunities • Health and Wellness 360 Program • Onsite social worker • Yoga sessions • Stretching sessions • Mindfulness sessions • Walking track • Exercise circuits • Hospital gym

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• Registered Practical Nurse
• Acute medical nursing
• BLS Certification
• Patient assessment
• Therapeutic relationships
• Critical thinking
• IV medication administration
• Cerner
• Electronic Patient Record
• Emergency nursing
• Triage
• Pediatric care
• Neonatal resuscitation
• Trauma nursing

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Feb 9, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level