Registered Practical Nurse - Nursing Resource Team

Job summary

The RPN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and families to assess health needs. They plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within a fast-paced hospital environment.

Job details

Posting Dates: September 15, 2026 - September 21, 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 Acute Medical/ Surgical/ Continuing Care experience within the last three (3) years Continuing education in heart and stroke and/or geriatric nursing Certificates in: Palliative Care Fundamentals (Level 1), Gentle Persuasive Approaches, P.I.E.C.E.S, Crisis Intervention 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

What you’ll do

The RPN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and families to assess health needs. They plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within a fast-paced hospital environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and hold a current BLS certification. Proficiency in acute medical nursing and basic computer skills are required.

Benefits

• Health Care Of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) • Paid Vacation • Comprehensive Benefits Plan • Training And Development Opportunities • Health And Wellness 360 Program • Onsite Social Worker • Yoga • Stretching • Mindfulness Sessions • Walking Track • Exercise Circuits • Hospital Gym

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Patient Assessment
• Care Planning
• IV Medication Administration
• Critical Thinking
• Acute Medical Nursing
• Therapeutic Relationship Building
• Cerner
• Electronic Patient Record
• Outlook Email
• BLS Certification
• Palliative Care
• Crisis Intervention
• Geriatric Nursing
• Heart And Stroke Care
• Patient Evaluation
• Medication Administration

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services