Registered Practical Nurse - MACU

Registered Practical Nurse - MACU page is loaded## Registered Practical Nurse - MACUlocations:
Newmarket ONtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
January 9, 2026 (8 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-100902

Job Category:
Nursing### ### Hospital

Location:

Newmarket ON### ### Job Type: Permanent, Full time### ### Number of Positions: 1### ### Union: SEIU SERVICE### ### Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $37.55 - $38.16
* A best-in-class workplace environment that prioritizes a culture of belonging and wellness.
* Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
* HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
* Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.

If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!

About the role:

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) role models clinical excellence and embodies the core competencies outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario's (CNO) practice standards, as well as adheres to the policies and procedures of Southlake Health. The RPN works collaboratively as a member of the health care team. All nurses commit to lifelong learning.
We prioritize a people first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspectives each candidate brings to our organization.
** What you’ll be doing:
*** Provides patient and family-focused care within the RPN scope of practice, based on the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes.
* Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines, and legislation.
* Communicates effectively with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team.
* Practices collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide elements of care for patients/clients with complex health issues.
* Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team.
* Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed
* Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis.
* Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.
* Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units.
* Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.
* Other duties as assigned by the Manager/delegate.
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* What you bring:

*** RPN diploma from a recognized school of nursing
* Current BLS Certification required
* RPN Certificate of Registration, in good standing, from the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Physical assessment course preferred
* Recent related  experience in acute general medicine nursing preferred
* Recent experience with initiation and maintenance of IV therapy preferred
* Experience with health teaching preferred
* Experience with accessing, maintaining and blood sampling from central venous access devices (CVAD)
* Knowledge of  the complex and geriatric medical populations
* Demonstrated knowledge of skin assessment and wound care
* Ability to set priorities and organize work in response to patient/client needs
* Ability to function to the full scope of nursing practice as per the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement
* Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
* Demonstrated analytical and problem assessment skills
* Demonstrated commitment to patient and family-centred care and teamwork
* Demonstrated individual leadership skills
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