Registered Practical Nurse, Plastics Clinic​/Minor Surgery Clinic; CUPE - Part Time S

NOTE:

If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.

Land acknowledgement:
Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty. Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care.

To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.

You will serve on an inter-professional team providing patient care within the Plastic Clinic, Minor Surgery Clinic, and collaborating with General Surgeons and Ophthalmologists. The role requires clinical assessment, patient teaching, critical thinking, and leadership in a fast-paced environment focused on patient/family centered care, evidence-based practice, and customer satisfaction.

• Provide patient care within the Plastic Clinic, Minor Surgery Clinic, and related surgical settings.
• Collaborate with Plastic Surgeons, Orthopaedic Technologists, the Fracture Clinic, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Wound Care Nurses.
• Work closely with General Surgeons and Ophthalmologists to support patient care.
• Utilize clinical assessment, patient teaching, and communication skills in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Assist with start-up of a new clinic and act as a resource and role model for the team.
• Maintain a patient/family centred care environment and adhere to health and safety policies.

• Certificate in Practical Nursing (required).
• Postgraduate certificates in aseptic procedures (Perioperative Certificate), physical assessment, and medications (required).
• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses and current BCLS certification.
• Minimum 2 years recent experience working in an operating room setting as a scrub nurse.
• Minimum of 2 years recent experience (within the past year) in an ambulatory care setting including Plastics, Fracture and minor procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique, completion of an operating room course, patient education, suture removal, dressing changes, and assisting with minor procedures.
• RPNAO membership is preferred.
• Excellent physical assessment skills, critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to function in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Ability to act as a resource and role model, work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently.
• Proficient computer skills and evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience.
• Good attendance and performance records, with the ability to maintain these standards.
• Commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others, complying with hospital policies and health and safety legislation.

Work Schedule:

07:30AM - 3:30PM, 08:00AM - 4:00PM, 07:30AM - 11:30AM, 07:30AM - 12:30PM (schedules may change due to operational needs).

Compensation: CU10 Range: $37.64 - $39.02.

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health.

Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

July 13th, 2026