Registered Practical Nurse - Surgical Day Care

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!
At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.
We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.
Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.
The Surgical Day Care team requires a Registered Practical Nurse with strong surgical experience to assist with the operational growth within the surgical program.
Functions as an active member of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of patient-focused care in the outpatient environment. The successful candidate will collaborate with other health care professionals in the planning and implementation of care for a wide variety of surgical cases.
Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
Current BCLS Certification required at time of hire
Recent experience with ophthalmology pre and post op preferred

Experience with orthopedic patients, especially total joint replacements, strongly recommended
Knowledge of pain management preferred

Experience with Acute Pain Service

Experience with regional anesthesia (peripheral nerve blocks and spinals)
CVAD experience preferred
Recent surgical experience in a day surgery environment required – pre and post-op care (including orthopedic same day total joints)
Strong skills in IV insertion preferred
Required skills include aseptic technique, wound care, ostomy care, CBI care, foley catheter insertion and management, IV care and management, including blood product administration and monitoring
Experience in medication administration
Organized and an ability to work in a team environment
Self-directed
Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills
Caring, compassionate and patient and family-centred
Ability to function in a fast-paced environment
Sound knowledge of nursing process, theory, and responsibilities to the profession
Sound problem-solving, conflict resolution and decision making skills
Functions independently within scope of practice
Maximizes utilization of resources
Evidence of continuing education/learning
Aware of multicultural issues affecting health care needs
Basic computer skills - Order Entry module of Meditech required
Familiarity with Smart track (OR Manager) preferred
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position
Satisfactory employment and attendance record required
The ideal candidate is strong in patient-centred care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with excellent communication skills with a clear patient focus; a person to foster teamwork and cooperation.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, Days & Evenings, Various rotating shifts; 8 hour shifts(subject to change based on operational requirements)
Salary:  $36.08 to $39.02 per hour
Date Posted:  August 27, 2026
Internal Applications Due By:  September 3, 2026
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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you.
Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection…