St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton·Hamilton, Ontario
The Registered Practical Nurse provides nursing care to promote health and treat conditions through supportive, preventive, and rehabilitative means. They work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective patient care in the surgical program.
Job Number: JR01731 Department: Operating Room OR This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown) Job Type: Regular, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months
Number of positions: 1 Union: CUPE Local 786
$35.91 - $39.02 Schedule Work Days: Holidays, Monday to Sunday Time of Day: Days, Evenings, Nights, Stand-by Shift: Hours - 10, Hours - 7.5, Various Rotating Shift Start: (If applicable) AM 07:30, AM 10:00, PM 15:30, PM 23:00 Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-08-27
Closing Date: 2026-09-03
Unit Profile The Surgical Program is focused on providing highly advanced quality patient-centred surgical care using the most current surgical techniques and care paths participating in and leading clinical research and providing exceptional educational experiences for learners. Our remarkable state-of-the-art facilities help us meet the needs of thousands of surgical patients and offer tremendous benefits for our community. Our skilled and dedicated interdisciplinary health professional team work collaboratively to provide care for patients in order to help recovery and return to home as soon as possible.
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides nursing care for clients to promote health and assess need for provision of care and treatment of health conditions by supportive preventive therapeutic palliative and rehabilitation means in order to attain or maintain optimal function. The RPN role models professional values beliefs and attributes and practices in accordance with the SJHH mission and values policies and procedures and College of Nurses Standards and Guidelines. A high level of collaboration between RPN and RN is required to ensure safe and effective care. The RPN is accountable to recognize changes in acuity and/or complexity in client needs and consulting with a Registered Nurse (RN) in determining next steps in provision of care.
Peri-operative cross training to SJHH King Campus Surgery Centre Labour & Delivery OR suites and Endoscopy may be required.
St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (recruit@stjoes.ca).
Candidates must have current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and a Practical Nursing Diploma. Additionally, they require current BCLS certification and either perioperative certification or at least one year of recent acute care O.R. experience.
Market context
In Ontario, Registered Practical Nurse roles are commonly sought in long-term care, rehabilitation, and other geriatric settings, where employers look for candidates with current College of Nurses of Ontario registration, BCLS, medication administration certification, and at least one year of relevant experience. These positions can be competitive because employers often offer benefits such as health and dental coverage, vacation, and share-based programs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and experience align before applying.