Registered Practical Nurse - Women & Children

Posting Dates: June 17, 2026 to June 23, 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 Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certificate required Fetal Heart Surveillance Certificate required 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: Maternal/newborn/pediatric nursing experience within the last three (3) years Preference will be given to the candidate who has experience working in the Women & Children's Department 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 RPN is responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through the application of specialized knowledge, skill, and judgment. This includes assessing health needs and planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.

Candidates must be a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and possess current BLS Certification, along with specific neonatal and fetal heart surveillance certifications. Proven skills in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation related to acute medical nursing are required.

• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan • Paid Vacation • Comprehensive Benefits Plan • Training and Development Opportunities • Access to Health and Wellness 360 Program • Access to Walking Track • Access to Exercise Circuits • Access to Hospital Gym

• Clinical carePreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Registered Practical Nurse
• Assessment Skills
• Planning Skills
• Implementation Skills
• Evaluation Skills
• Critical Thinking
• Medication Administration
• Neonatal Resuscitation
• Fetal Heart Surveillance
• Basic Computer Skills
• Patient Care
• Therapeutic Relationships
• Professional Development
• Attendance Record
• Performance Record

• Healthcare

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level