2500002935 - Registered Practical Nurse

CUPE

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse

Status: Temporary Full Time (12 Month Contract)

Department: Orthopedic

Program: Surgical Program

DDNN; 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $36.140 - $38.160 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500002935

This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 2 October 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 9 October 2025.

Duties And Responsibilities

According to the updated standards and current scope of practice as set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the policies of Lakeridge Health, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients whose conditions are stabilized; administer treatments as ordered by physicians and assigned by Clinical Manager or Resource Nurse; observe and enforce infection control principles and aseptic techniques required in the prevention of nosocomial and communicable diseases; and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college
• Current B.C.L.S.;
• Proven related and effective experience in a Surgical In-Patient Unit or similar environment;
• Updated nursing skills including Aseptic Techniques and Patient Assessment courses;
• Must have current Medication Certificate with the ability to administer medications to patients;
• Effective organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving and teaching skills;
• Proven communication skills to effectively interact with patients and their families, physicians and colleagues;
• The ability to effectively prioritize work;
• The ability to physically lift, turn and transfer patients manually and with the assistance of mechanical aids;
• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environment safety and participation in regular in-service in this area.
  
  

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 for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.