Registered Practical Nurse - Complex Continuing Care

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Job Description

Union: CUPE
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement: Replacement
Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – E.W. Bickle Centre
Department: Complex Continuing Care, South 5
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Wage Range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (Start rate in accordance with collective agreement)
Hours: 37.50 per week
Shifts: Days/Nights
Status: Permanent Full-Time 
Closing Date: June 17, 2026

Position Summary

South 5 is a 50-bed inpatient a general medicine CCC unit at the E.W. Bickle Centre on Dunn Ave. We provide a broad range of care and 24/7 support to individuals who are unable to live independently as a result of chronic and complex health issues or traumatic injuries. 

An interprofessional team helps them to manage their complex medical conditions and health issues to improve their overall well-being and restore their maximum level of independence. For many of our patients, this is a long process, taking months or years before they can move to the next part of their lives. 

Duties

• Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice in the context of an interdisciplinary practice. 
• Use current theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients and families 
• Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences 
• Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff on the unit 
• Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self 
• Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients 

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario 
• Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing preferred 
• Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program) 
• Medical asepsis preferred (if not included in diploma program) 
• Experience in Complex Continuing Care preferred 
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada) 
• Member, Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO), preferred 
• Well developed conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts as they relate to patient population and an ability to articulate these concepts 
• Well developed clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills 
• Demonstrated ability to impart knowledge to students within the context of a teaching hospital 
• Good knowledge of standards of nursing practice and applicable health care legislation 
• Able to use computer software such as word, email and web applications or willing to pursue appropriate training in computer software 
• Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursue ongoing professional development 
• Good attendance required 
• Must be proficient in English 
• Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills 

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness services & offerings
• Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.  

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.