CUPE

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse
Status: Regular Part Time
Department: 3E IP Surgery, LHAP
Program: Surgical Program
Days, Nights, Weekends; 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering
Wage Schedule: $36.140 - $38.160 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500002396
This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 14 August 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 21 August 2025.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
• Current B.C.L.S.;
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO;
• Two years recent experience in acute surgical care including thoracic experience, PCA, Epidural management, central lines/TPN; chest tubes, management of complex wounds, ostomy care and management;
• Demonstrated ability to assume a leadership/supervisory role;
• Demonstrated good organizational, interpersonal, communication skills both written and verbal; problem-solving, prioritization and teaching skills;
• Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations;
• Proven ability to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids;
• B.Sc.N. is preferred;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health’s comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety, and participates in regular in-service education in this area.

To use nursing process in providing patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain nursing records. Function as a member of a Multidisciplinary team. To perform other related duties as assigned.